Yaml Coding Guidelines

Yaml is (one of the languages) used for configuration in TYPO3.

Directory and File Names

  • Files have the ending .yaml.

Format

  • Use spaces, not tabs
  • Indent with 2 spaces per indent level
  • Use single (' ') for defining string values. Double quotes can be used for quotes inside of quotes:
description: 'This is a "salt" used for various kinds of encryption ...'

More Information

  • See Setup IDE / Editor in this manual for information about setting up your Editor / IDE to adhere to the coding guidelines.