Chainguard Factory

The Chainguard Factory is our automated build system that continuously monitors, builds, tests, and publishes secure software artifacts from thousands of open source projects.

Documentation

Factory Overview - Technical details about how the Factory works
Factory FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Video Resources

Learn about the Factory through these informative videos, each with full transcripts:

Getting Started

What is the Chainguard Factory? - An introduction to the Factory concept
Touring the Chainguard Factory - A guided tour through the Factory components

Deep Dives

What does the Chainguard Factory build? - Understanding the Factory’s outputs
Inside the Chainguard Factory - Assemble 2025 - Full conference presentation

Looking Forward

What is the future of the Chainguard Factory? - Roadmap and vision

Dustin Kirkland explains the concept and purpose of the Chainguard Factory

Learn about Chainguard Factory, the automated build system that continuously updates thousands of containers, libraries, and VMs with the latest security patches

Frequently asked questions about Chainguard Factory, the automated build system that monitors and updates thousands of open source projects for enhanced security

Interview with Dustin Kirkland about the products and artifacts created by the Chainguard Factory

Take a guided tour through the Chainguard Factory with Dustin Kirkland to see how secure software is built

Dustin Kirkland shares his vision for the future of the Chainguard Factory

Inside the Chainguard Factory as presented by Dustin Kirkland at the Assemble conference in 2025.