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md_to_yaml

Convert PDFs or folders into YAML slide decks and HTML output.

Updated Mar 30, 2026
Search Tags:#markdown#yaml#slides#compiler#deck#md_to_yaml
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/erlebach/gordon --skill md-to-yaml
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: md_to_yaml
Source: https://github.com/erlebach/gordon/tree/main/skills/illustration_skills/md_to_yaml
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/erlebach/gordon --skill md-to-yaml

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Converting source material (PDFs or folders) into portable YAML slide-deck definitions and HTML outputs, enabling reproducible, offline presentations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Converts input material into a 13-layout YAML DSL deck that can be compiled to ADA-compliant HTML
  • Bundles a validator, compiler, and schema for end-to-end deck generation
  • Use case: transform lecture notes or project reports into accessible YAML decks with HTML output

Quick Start

Convert a PDF or folder of notes into a portable YAML deck and corresponding HTML using the built-in md_to_yaml compiler.

Frequently Asked Questions about md_to_yaml

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert a PDF into a YAML slide deck?▼

You can convert a PDF into a YAML slide deck by processing the source material through the md_to_yaml compiler, which transforms the input into a 13-layout YAML DSL deck for reproducible presentations.

Can I generate offline HTML presentations from lecture notes?▼

Yes, you can generate offline HTML presentations from lecture notes by compiling the generated YAML deck definitions into ADA-compliant HTML output using the bundled compiler.

Does this YAML slide deck tool require external dependencies?▼

No external dependencies are required to use this YAML slide deck compiler, as it bundles the validator, compiler, and schema internally to support a fully portable deck generation workflow.

What is the best way to validate a YAML deck before presenting?▼

The best way to validate a YAML deck is to use the bundled validator, which checks the 13-layout YAML DSL against the internal schema to ensure the deck is correctly formatted before HTML compilation.

Can I use this tool to turn research papers into accessible presentation slides?▼

Yes, researchers can use this tool to turn research papers into accessible presentation slides by converting the source PDFs into validated YAML definitions and compiling them into ADA-compliant HTML.

What layouts are supported when converting markdown to YAML slides?▼

Converting markdown to YAML slides supports a 13-layout YAML DSL, providing varied structural options for educators and teams to organize lecture notes and project reports into portable decks.

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