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+# Docker Image Build: almalinux base
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+[![Build Status](https://droneci.query.consul/api/badges/unkin/docker-almalinux-base/status.svg)](https://droneci.query.consul/unkin/docker-almalinux-base)
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+This project provides a reproducible Docker image build process for `almalinux:8.10`, with custom YUM repository configurations and package installations. The build is automated using a `Makefile` and managed via Drone CI to ensure consistent and reliable Docker image builds.
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