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YAML Profile Editor Guide

A comprehensive guide to using the YAML Profile Editor effectively.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Save Profile Ctrl+S
Validate YAML Ctrl+Shift+V
Search in Editor Ctrl+F
Replace in Editor Ctrl+H

YAML Structure Example

personal:
  name: "John Doe"
  role: "Software Engineer"
  contact:
    email: "john@example.com"
    phone: "123-456-7890"
skills:
  - category: "Programming"
    items: ["JavaScript", "Python", "Java"]
  - category: "Tools"
    items: ["Git", "Docker", "Kubernetes"]

Feature Overview

Real-time Validation

Instant YAML syntax checking as you type

Auto-save

Never lose your work with automatic saving

Multiple Views

Switch between code, form, and preview modes

Import/Export

Easily share profiles with others

Templates

Start with pre-built profile structures

Undo/Redo

Easily revert changes with undo/redo functionality

Tips & Best Practices

  • Use the Form Editor for an intuitive editing experience
  • Switch to the YAML Editor for advanced customization
  • Regularly validate your YAML to catch errors early
  • Use the Preview tab to see how your profile will look
  • Enable auto-save in Settings to prevent data loss
  • Export your profiles regularly for backup purposes