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From Zero to YAML: Fundamentals and Practical Applications

If you're looking to master YAML — the versatile data serialization language essential in today’s world of DevOps, cloud infrastructure, and configuration management — this is the ultimate guide for you! Whether you're a beginner or someone looking to deepen your understanding, this book will take you on a step-by-step journey, providing both foundational concepts and practical examples.

Why Learn YAML?

YAML (YAML Ain't Markup Language) is a highly popular data serialization language used for storing configuration data and exchanging information between systems. Its syntax is more concise and human-readable than XML and JSON, making it ideal for working with complex data and hierarchical structures. In today’s world of automation, testing, containers, cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), and DevOps, YAML has become an essential technology.

What You’ll Learn in This Book:

• What YAML is and why it’s widely used in DevOps, configuration management, and infrastructure automation.
• How to write and structure YAML files, including lists, dictionaries, and key-value pairs.
• Essential tools and best practices for manipulating YAML with tools like yq and JQ.
• How to work with complex YAML structures, such as nested data, arrays, and lists in real-world scenarios.
• The importance of YAML in various fields, such as web applications, server configuration, and cloud services.

Hands-On Learning:

This book is not just a theoretical introduction to YAML. Through practical exercises and real-world examples, you’ll quickly become proficient in YAML, understanding its syntax and harnessing its power to automate processes and manage configurations in your projects.

You’ll Master:

• YAML Syntax: Work with data and hierarchical structures intuitively.
• Tools and Practices: Learn to use tools like yq and JQ for manipulating YAML.
• Practical Applications: Understand how YAML is used in real systems, from web to cloud applications.

With hands-on exercises and real-world examples, you’ll be ready to apply YAML to your daily development and system management tasks, creating efficient and maintainable configurations.

Whether you’re a developer, system administrator, DevOps engineer, or someone interested in modern configuration practices, From Zero to YAML: Fundamentals and Practical Applications is the perfect starting point for your journey into the world of data serialization and automation.

1. Acknowledgments
2. Introduction
3. Basic YAML Structure
4. Fundamental Concepts of YAML
5. Advanced Structures
6. Tools and Applications
7. Validation and Best Practices
8. Manipulating Complex Data
9. Practical Exercises
10. Final Project: Web-Based System Using YAML
11. About the Author

Why Choose This Book?

This book isn’t just about theory; it’s a practical and comprehensive tool that prepares you for the real-world challenges of configuration and automation. By the end of it, you’ll be fully equipped to apply YAML effectively, no matter the field or technology you work with.

About the Author

William dos Santos

@makarostraining

William dos Santos is passionate about technology and learning. Since 1995, he has been dedicated to uncovering the secrets of the IT world, accumulating decades of experience in areas such as Unix and Linux systems, DevOps, and systems engineering. With a degree in Systems Analysis, an MBA in Project Management, and a collection of certifications, William combines technical expertise with a practical perspective.

Throughout his career, he has had the privilege of working on challenging projects across various industries and collaborating with inspiring professionals. More than just an expert, William is an advocate for sharing knowledge, believing that teaching is a way to transform lives.

His book From Zero to YAML is part of the From Zero to X collection, which aims to demystify modern technologies and empower professionals to reach their full potential in the IT world.