Exodus Orbitals, a Canadian startup offering a satellite-as-a-service platform, uses Docker to drastically simplify satellite software development. Traditionally a multi-year, high-cost effort requiring deep aerospace expertise, the process is now reduced to days or weeks. Docker containers abstract away satellite-specific complexities, allowing developers with GIS, ML, or general software backgrounds to build, test, and deploy onboard applications using pre-built templates and virtual environments. This approach cut costs by up to 50%, accelerated development by 90%, and enabled participation from over 50 developers with no prior space experience. Docker's portability also improved collaboration and deployment across satellite platforms.

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