Introducing Open AD Kit docker images & Phasing out autoware-universe images

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Open AD Kit Docker Images are now live 🐳

We're thrilled to announce the launch of the Open AD Kit Docker images, set to revolutionize our current offerings by replacing the autoware-universe docker images.

🚨 Transition Alert: Autoware-universe docker images will be depreciated after July 1st.

🔍 Enhancements Include

• A sleek new runtime image along with the development image.
• Docker image sizes trimmed by approximately 40%.
• Significantly improved build speeds.
• Enhanced support for VS Code Development Containers.
• New helper scripts to build/run docker images effectively.

🐋 Dive In

You can find the detailed instructions on how to use new docker images both on development and runtime stages in the Installation documentation. Your exploration and feedback on these new docker images are invaluable. Join the conversation on Open AD Kit Discord channel and GitHub discussions to share your insights.

🔄 Upcoming Developments

Stay tuned for modular docker images tailored to specific needs, including planning, simulation, visualization, and perception modules, which will be released on April 2024
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