Online YAML Editor - Kubernetes & GitHub Workflows Validator
Free online YAML editor with built-in schema validation for Kubernetes and GitHub Workflows. Includes multi-document support, syntax highlighting, and JSON conversion.
Features
Multi-document Support
Edit and validate multiple YAML documents in a single file
Schema Validation
Built-in schemas for Kubernetes and GitHub Workflows
Real-time Syntax Validation
Instant error detection and syntax highlighting
Smart Formatting
Auto-indentation and one-click YAML formatting
Interactive Tree View
Navigate and edit complex YAML structures visually
Format Conversion
Convert between YAML, JSON, and other formats
Template Library
Ready-to-use templates for common YAML configurations
Frequently Asked Questions
What are YAML data types and how to use them?
YAML supports various data types and structures:
# Scalars (strings, numbers, booleans)
string_plain: Hello World
string_quotes: "Hello World"
number_int: 42
number_float: 3.14159
boolean: true
null_value: null
# Multi-line strings
description: |
This is a long text
that spans multiple lines
with preserved newlines
folded: >
This is a long text
that will be folded
into a single line
# Lists (sequences)
simple_list:
- item1
- item2
- item3
nested_list:
- name: first
value: 1
- name: second
value: 2
Our editor provides syntax highlighting and validation for all YAML data types.
How do I validate Kubernetes YAML configurations?
Our editor includes built-in Kubernetes schema validation:
# Deployment with resource limits
apiVersion: apps/v1
kind: Deployment
metadata:
name: nginx-deployment
labels:
app: nginx
spec:
replicas: 3
selector:
matchLabels:
app: nginx
template:
metadata:
labels:
app: nginx
spec:
containers:
- name: nginx
image: nginx:1.14.2
ports:
- containerPort: 80
resources:
limits:
cpu: "1"
memory: "512Mi"
requests:
cpu: "0.5"
memory: "256Mi"
The editor validates:
- Resource types and versions
- Required fields
- Field types and formats
- Resource limits and requests
- Label selectors and references
How to work with multiple YAML documents?
Use document separators (---) to combine related configs:
# ConfigMap for application settings
apiVersion: v1
kind: ConfigMap
metadata:
name: app-config
data:
database_url: "postgresql://db:5432"
api_key: "development-key"
---
# Service for the application
apiVersion: v1
kind: Service
metadata:
name: app-service
spec:
selector:
app: myapp
ports:
- port: 80
---
# Deployment using the ConfigMap
apiVersion: apps/v1
kind: Deployment
metadata:
name: app-deployment
spec:
template:
spec:
containers:
- name: app
envFrom:
- configMapRef:
name: app-config
Features:
- Individual validation per document
- Cross-document reference checking
- Document outline navigation
- Collapse/expand documents
What schema validations are supported?
The editor supports two types of schema validation:
1. Kubernetes Resources
apiVersion: v1
kind: Service
metadata:
name: my-service
namespace: default
spec:
selector:
app: my-app
ports:
- protocol: TCP
port: 80
targetPort: 9376
2. GitHub Workflows
name: CI/CD Pipeline
on:
push:
branches: [ main ]
pull_request:
branches: [ main ]
jobs:
build:
runs-on: ubuntu-latest
steps:
- uses: actions/checkout@v2
- name: Setup Node.js
uses: actions/setup-node@v2
with:
node-version: '14'
- run: npm ci
- run: npm test
The editor automatically detects and applies the appropriate schema based on the YAML content. It provides:
- Resource validation
- Field type checking
- Required field validation
- Action/step validation for workflows
- Syntax highlighting specific to each schema
How to handle anchors and aliases in YAML?
YAML anchors (&) and aliases (*) help reduce repetition:
# Define common configurations
definitions:
- &java_container
image: openjdk:11
environment: &java_env
JAVA_OPTS: -Xmx512m
APP_ENV: prod
# Use the configurations
services:
api1:
<<: *java_container # Merge java_container
environment:
<<: *java_env # Merge java_env
API_PORT: 8080
api2:
<<: *java_container
environment:
<<: *java_env
API_PORT: 8081
Features:
- Syntax highlighting for anchors/aliases
- Validation of references
- Auto-completion for defined anchors
- Preview of resolved values
How to troubleshoot common YAML errors?
Common YAML issues and solutions:
# 1. Indentation Errors
correct:
nested:
key: value # Consistent 2-space indent
wrong:
nested: # ❌ Inconsistent indent
key: value # ❌ Wrong level
# 2. Quote Issues
correct_quotes:
simple: Hello World
special: "Hello: World"
multiline: |
Line 1
Line 2
# 3. Array Formatting
correct_arrays:
- item1
- item2
- key: value
other: value
# 4. Boolean Values
correct_booleans:
- true # Not True
- false # Not False
- yes # Alternative
- no # Alternative
The editor provides:
- Real-time error detection
- Detailed error messages
- Quick fixes for common issues
- Format on paste/save options