Backends
Comparison
| Feature | Zellij | Docker |
|---|---|---|
| Isolation | Process | Container |
| Startup | ~100ms | ~2-5s |
| Host tools | Full | Limited |
| Custom image | No | Yes |
| Resource limits | No | Yes |
| Network isolation | No | Yes |
| Persistent storage | Host FS | Volumes |
Zellij (Default)
Lightweight sessions running directly on the host.
clauderon create --repo ~/project --prompt "Explore the codebase"Details: Zellij Backend Guide
Docker
Full container isolation with configurable images and resource limits.
clauderon create --backend docker --repo ~/project --prompt "Build the project"Details: Docker Backend Guide
Choosing a Backend
| Scenario | Recommended |
|---|---|
| Quick tasks, exploration | Zellij |
| Need specific tools/versions | Docker |
| Untrusted code | Docker |
| Isolation required | Docker |
Specifying a Backend
clauderon create --backend docker --repo ~/project --prompt "Task"Default is Zellij. No config file setting exists; pass --backend per invocation.