captain ☆

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Description:
Manage Docker containers from the menu bar

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 10.5.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: docker containers developer-tools macos menu-bar

Install: brew install --cask captain

About:
Captain is a macOS menu bar utility that provides a graphical interface for managing Docker containers. It allows developers to start, stop, and monitor containers without using the command line. The tool simplifies container workflows by offering an intuitive overview of running services and their status.

Key Features:

Menu bar interface for quick access
Visual container management (start/stop/restart)
Real-time container status monitoring
Log viewing and inspection capabilities

Use Cases:

Developers who prefer GUI over CLI for Docker management
Quickly checking container status without terminal commands
Managing multiple Docker projects from a single interface

Alternatives:

Docker Desktop – Docker Desktop is more comprehensive but heavier; Captain is lightweight menu bar utility
Kitematic – Kitematic is discontinued; Captain provides modern alternative

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