Official Documentation
YAMLforge Desktop Documentation
Complete guide for easy setup and usage
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Requirements
You need the following installed:
- Python 3.6+ - Download from python.org if not installed
- pip - Comes with Python
Important
Make sure to check "Add Python to PATH" during Python installation.
Installation Steps
1
Verify Python Installation
Open PowerShell or Command Prompt and run:
python --versionYou should see "Python 3.x.x". If you get an error, install Python first.
2
Install PyYAML Library
Install the required library for YAMLforge:
pip install pyyamlYou should see "Successfully installed" message.
3
Download YAMLforge
Download "yamlforge.py" from the download page.
The file is usually saved to your Downloads folder.
4
Navigate to Downloads Folder
In PowerShell, navigate to your Downloads folder:
cd $env:USERPROFILE\DownloadsNow you're in the folder where yamlforge.py is located.
5
Verify Installation
Run the help command to verify everything works:
python yamlforge.py --helpIf you see the help message, installation is complete!
Examples
Convert YAML to JSON
python yamlforge.py config.yaml config.jsonConvert JSON to YAML
python yamlforge.py data.json data.yamlOutput to screen (no file output)
python yamlforge.py config.yamlInteractive mode
python yamlforge.py -iIn interactive mode, you can type or paste YAML/JSON directly. Type "quit" to exit.