Parse and query YAML files with yq for values and nested structures.
npx skills add https://github.com/PrayagS/dotfiles --skill yaml-reader
Please help me install this Agent Skill. Skill: yaml-reader Source: https://github.com/PrayagS/dotfiles/tree/main/config/claude/skills/yaml-reader Command: npx skills add https://github.com/PrayagS/dotfiles --skill yaml-reader
YAML files often act as configuration sources across tools like Kubernetes manifests, Docker Compose files, and Helm charts. This skill makes it easier to read, validate, and extract data from YAML documents using the yq command-line tool, reducing manual parsing work and human errors.
Query a YAML file with yq to retrieve a value by its key path.
High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.
To extract values from a Kubernetes manifest, query the YAML file with yq by specifying the key path to retrieve single or multiple nested values. This approach reduces manual parsing errors when inspecting configurations.
Yes, you can process multi-document YAML files. This skill handles multiple documents within a single file, allowing you to validate syntax and extract data across all included documents using YAML streams.
To list all top-level keys in a Docker Compose configuration, use the key discovery feature with yq to map the document structure. This allows you to understand the hierarchy and navigate nested settings efficiently.
The best way to validate Helm chart syntax is by using yq to parse the YAML files. This verifies the structure and syntax, ensuring your chart configurations are correctly formatted before deployment.
Yes, this approach works for generic configuration files beyond Kubernetes. You can parse and query any YAML file using yq to extract values, discover keys, and validate syntax across various tools and platforms.
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