YAML Path versus Other Tools

Introduction

A common question about YAML Path is, "How does YAML Path stack up against (another similar project/tool)?" Users of YAML Path who have also used other similar tools are highly encouraged to discuss their experiences so that we can collectively improve YAML Path. If you find any similar tool that does something better that YAML Path, please consider sharing that story. Further, no one tool does everything, including YAML Path. Please consider YAML Path -- and its alternatives -- as complimentary tools in your pipeline. And because YAML Path's command-line tools operate in file or stream modes, you can easily use them with other tools to fit your specific needs!

YAML Path Contrasts

The following pages demonstrate how YAML Path is similar to, and different from, its alternatives. If you'd like to see more, please open a Discussion so we can explore your experience.

Available Contrasts:

• YAML Path versus JSONPath
• YAML Path versus XPath
• YAML Path versus jq (Contributor wanted! I have no experience with jq.)
• YAML Path versus yq (Contributor wanted! I have no experience with yq.)