In a recent interview, Gianluca Arbezzano, Software Engineer at InfluxData, discussed his experience with Docker, a containerization platform that has gained significant traction in the industry. According to Arbezzano, starting a virtual machine is more time-consuming than starting a container, which makes Docker an attractive option for developers and organizations looking to improve their efficiency. By using containers, developers can create isolated environments for their applications without the overhead of a full-fledged virtual machine, resulting in faster deployment times and reduced costs. Arbezzano attributes Docker's growing adoption to its ease of use, scalability, and flexibility, as well as its ability to simplify the process of deploying and managing applications. Overall, Docker is revolutionizing the way IT applications are designed, developed, and deployed, offering a more efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional virtual machines.