YAML
YAML Plugin
Summary (SEO Meta Description):
The YAML plugin in WeHub allows workflows to parse YAML into structured data and produce YAML from objects.
Supports schema validation and field truncation for reliable data handling.
Overview
The YAML Plugin is used to handle YAML (YAML Ain’t Markup Language) within workflows.
It provides two key actions:
- Parse YAML – Convert YAML input into structured JSON-like data for further processing.
- Produce YAML – Transform workflow data into YAML output format.
This is particularly useful for configuration-driven workflows, DevOps pipelines, and interoperability with systems that use YAML as their primary configuration or data format.
⚙️ Shared Configuration Options
| Field | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Label | String | Custom name for the action (e.g., "Parse Patient Config"). |
| Schema | Schema | Select schema to validate or structure the parsed/produced data. |
| Truncate Fields | Toggle | Option to truncate data fields to prevent oversized outputs. |
💡 Example Use Cases
- Configuration Parsing: Read YAML-based configuration files into workflows.
- DevOps Integration: Convert pipeline definitions or Kubernetes manifests.
- Interoperability: Accept YAML input from external systems and convert it into structured data.
- Data Export: Produce YAML output for systems requiring YAML configs instead of JSON.
FAQ
Q: Can I use YAML plugin to validate against schemas?
A: Yes, you can select a schema during parsing/producing for validation.
Q: Does it support nested YAML structures?
A: Yes, it supports full YAML hierarchy including nested objects and arrays.
Q: What happens when truncation is enabled?
A: Large fields exceeding the truncation level are shortened to prevent oversized payloads.
Keywords: WeHub YAML Plugin, Parse YAML, Produce YAML, YAML workflow automation, YAML schema validation