In January 2025, Matt Ed developed a Docker Compose-based test environment for the verily-src/workbench-app-devcontainers repository, focusing on enabling reproducible local testing for the application server. Leveraging containerization and DevOps practices, he configured Docker Compose with a private image source, allowing developers to spin up an isolated, production-like workflow using a single command. The solution, implemented primarily in YAML, streamlined onboarding and local development by mirroring CI conditions and reducing setup complexity. While the work was limited to a single feature over one month, it established a solid foundation for future production-parity testing and smoother continuous integration processes.