go-yaml¶
The YAML library for Go that powers Kubernetes and the cloud native ecosystem.
Overview¶
go-yaml is the de facto standard YAML library for the Go programming language. It powers some of the most critical infrastructure in modern technology.
- Repository: github.com/yaml/go-yaml
- Module: go.yaml.in/yaml/v4
- Language: Go
- License: Apache-2.0 / MIT
- Maintainer: The YAML Company
Why go-yaml Matters¶
Powers Critical Infrastructure¶
go-yaml is the YAML parsing engine behind:
- Kubernetes - Cluster configurations, pod definitions, services
- Helm - Package management for Kubernetes
- Kustomize - Kubernetes configuration management
- Docker Compose - Container orchestration
Massive Scale¶
- 100M+ downloads per month via Go modules
- Used by the majority of Go applications that handle YAML
- Critical dependency for cloud native infrastructure
- No viable alternatives in the Go ecosystem
Battle-Tested¶
- Years of production use at massive scale
- Proven reliability in mission-critical systems
- Extensive test coverage
- Active security maintenance
The YAML Company Maintenance¶
Under The YAML Company's stewardship, go-yaml receives:
Security First¶
- Regular security audits
- Rapid response to vulnerability reports
- Clear communication about security issues
- YES members get 48-hour early security notifications
Active Development¶
- Bug fixes and improvements
- Performance optimizations
- Compatibility with YAML 1.2 specification
- New features as the ecosystem evolves
Professional Support¶
- Responsive to issues and pull requests
- Clear roadmap and development priorities
- Documentation improvements
- Integration support for enterprise users
Maintenance & Accountability¶
go-yaml is professionally maintained by The YAML Company, led by Ingy döt Net, co-creator of YAML.
- Security contact: security@yaml.com
- Disclosure policy: Coordinated disclosure with advance notice to YES members
- Release cadence: Security patches prioritized, feature releases quarterly
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Support go-yaml¶
go-yaml is maintained through the YES Program. YES members get:
- Priority support for go-yaml issues
- Early notification of security vulnerabilities
- Influence over roadmap and feature development
- Direct access to maintainers