How Can a Docker Container Access the Mac Host? The Ultimate Guide to Connecting to Nginx

Are you struggling with connecting from a Docker container to a service (like Nginx or a database) running directly on your macOS host? This article unveils the two core methods for establishing this connection, focusing on the officially recommended solution: `host.docker.internal`. We also dive deep into common troubleshooting steps, such as checking the Nginx listening address and firewall settings, to ensure you can seamlessly bridge the network gap between your container and host.