The Best YAML Static Analysis Tools (Linters/Formatters)
We rank 10 YAML linters, code analyzers, formatters, and more. Find and compare tools like Mega-Linter, Semgrep, Bearer, and more. Please rate and review tools that you've used. This helps others find the best tools for their projects.
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Mega-Linter
Mega-Linter can handle any type of project thanks to its 70+ embedded Linters, its advanced reporting, runnable on any CI system or locally, with assisted installation and configuration, able to apply formatting and fixes
Semgrep
A fast, open-source, static analysis tool for finding bugs and enforcing code standards at editor, commit, and CI time. Its rules look like the code you already write; no abstract syntax trees or regex wrestling. Supports 17+ languages.
Bearer
Open-Source static code analysis tool to discover, filter and prioritize security risks and vulnerabilities leading to sensitive data exposures (PII, PHI, PD). Highly configurable and easily extensible, built for security and engineering teams.
Putout
Pluggable and configurable code transformer with built-in eslint, babel plugins support for js, jsx typescript, flow, markdown, yaml and json.
yamllint
Checks YAML files for syntax validity, key repetition and cosmetic problems such as lines length, trailing spaces, and indentation.
autocorrect
A linter and formatter to help you to improve copywriting, correct spaces, words, punctuations between CJK (Chinese, Japanese, Korean).
ShiftLeft Scan
Scan is a free open-source DevSecOps platform for detecting security issues in source code and dependencies. It supports a broad range of languages and CI/CD pipelines.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are YAML tools?
YAML is a human-readable data serialization language. It is commonly used for configuration files and in applications where data is being stored or transmitted. YAML aims to be a superset of JSON, with the added benefit of being human-readable. YAML is a recursive acronym for "YAML Ain't Markup Language".
What are the best YAML static analysis tools and linters?
The most popular YAML tools ranked by user votes are: Mega-Linter, Semgrep, Bearer, Putout, yamllint.
Which YAML services are free for open source projects?
Commercial services with a free plan for open source include Mega-Linter, Semgrep, Bearer, Putout, yamllint, autocorrect, CodeFactor, Spectral, Super-Linter, ShiftLeft Scan.