YAML to JSON

YAML Parser Converter Playground

Paste YAML from CI, Kubernetes-like manifests or app config, then inspect syntax diagnostics, JSON output and a tree summary without sending input to a backend.

  • Input stays in the browser
  • Multi-document aware
  • JSON output + tree

Parse, convert and inspect YAML

Choose a real-world preset, edit the YAML and review line-level diagnostics, JSON output and node structure.

Parsed cleanly

A GitHub Actions-like workflow with arrays, nested maps and command strings.

YAML input

Parser result

Parsed cleanly

Docs
1
Nodes
18
Maps
8
Sequences
2

This is YAML syntax conversion, not Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, Helm or OpenAPI schema validation.

InfoYAML parsed cleanly

No parser errors or warnings were reported for this browser-only YAML syntax pass.

Use repository or platform-specific validators for Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, Helm or OpenAPI schema rules.

What to review before copying YAML

Indentation is syntax

A single misplaced space can change a sequence into a mapping or break the document. The parser reports line and column details so reviewers can fix structure before debating schema rules.

Scalar typing is a contract

Values such as yes, on, dates, null and numbers may be interpreted differently by YAML versions and downstream tools. Treat JSON output as a conversion view, not as final platform validation.

Anchors are not JSON features

Anchors, aliases and merge keys are useful in YAML but do not survive as YAML syntax in JSON. The playground flags them so the consuming platform remains part of the review.

YAML often sits next to schema, TypeScript and formatting decisions. These tools cover adjacent review surfaces in the same private browser workflow.

FAQ

Does this validate Kubernetes or GitHub Actions schemas?

No. The MVP validates YAML syntax and conversion behavior. Platform schemas are intentionally out of scope and should be checked with the consuming toolchain.

How are multi-document YAML streams converted?

A single YAML document becomes one JSON value. A stream separated by document markers becomes a JSON array, preserving the document count in the summary.

Why do anchors and merge keys get a caveat?

JSON has no native anchor or merge-key syntax. The playground can resolve values for inspection, but it does not promise YAML round-trip formatting.

Is the pasted YAML stored?

No. The parser runs in the browser for this public playground. The page does not add accounts, history or remote fetch in the MVP.