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YAML: Python's Missing Battery – Real Python

Real Python

Python is often marketed as a batteries-included language because it comes with almost everything you’d ever expect from a programming language. This statement is mostly true, as the standard library and the external modules cover a broad spectrum of programming needs. However, Python lacks built-in support for the YAML data format, commonly used for configuration and serialization.

In this video course, you’ll learn how to work with YAML in Python using the available third-party libraries, with a focus on PyYAML. If you’re new to YAML or haven’t used it in a while, then you’ll have a chance to take a quick crash course before diving deeper into the topic.

In this video course, you’ll learn how to:

Notably, you’ll learn about YAML’s advanced, potentially dangerous features and how to protect yourself from them.

What’s Included:

Downloadable Resources: