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Dumb-Init

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library 1.2.5.post1 ·python
verified Apr 15, 2026

Dumb-init is a minimal init system for Linux containers, designed to run as PID 1. It acts as a simple process supervisor, properly handling signals sent to the container and reaping orphaned zombie processes, which is crucial for the graceful shutdown of applications and preventing resource leaks. The current version is 1.2.5.post1, and it maintains a steady, albeit infrequent, release cadence with minor updates and bug fixes.

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