PyYAML
PyPIv6.0.3YAML parser and emitter for Python
Safe to adopt
Yes — PyYAML scores well across adoption, maintenance, weight, supply chain, and licensing. No download data reported for this package yet. Last published 349 days ago.
- ?Adoption: grade ?, Not reported by this registry.
No download data reported for this package yet.
- BMaintenance: grade B, Good.
Last published 349 days ago.
- AWeight: grade A, Excellent.
Zero runtime dependencies, about 180 KB installed.
- BSupply chain: grade B, Good.
This package has a single maintainer (bus factor of 1).
- ALicense: grade A, Excellent.
MIT — permissive, with no copyleft found in the dependency tree.
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Install cost
What you actually take on by adding PyYAML to a project.
Runtime packages this one declares itself.
Distinct packages in the full runtime tree, deduplicated the way a package manager would.
Unpacked size of this package plus its entire runtime tree.
Longest resolved dependency chain below this package.
Compatibility
- Python
- python >=3.8
Release history
1 release in the last two years, typically about 55 days apart.
| Version | Published | Size | License |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.0.3latest | 11 months ago | 180 KB | MIT |
| 6.0.2 | 2 years ago | 180 KB | MIT |
| 6.0.2rc1 | 2 years ago | 180 KB | MIT |
| 6.0.1 | 3 years ago | 185 KB | MIT |
| 6.0 | 4 years ago | 193 KB | MIT |
| 6.0b1 | 5 years ago | 193 KB | MIT |
| 5.4.1 | 5 years ago | 240 KB | MIT |
| 5.4 | 5 years ago | 240 KB | MIT |
| 5.4b2 | 5 years ago | 240 KB | MIT |
| 5.4b1 | 5 years ago | 240 KB | MIT |
| 5.3.1 | 6 years ago | 191 KB | MIT |
| 5.3 | 6 years ago | 190 KB | MIT |
| 5.3b1 | 6 years ago | 190 KB | MIT |
| 5.2 | 6 years ago | 189 KB | MIT |
| 5.2b1 | 6 years ago | 189 KB | MIT |
Overview
PyYAML is an PyPI package that yAML parser and emitter for Python. The latest version is 6.0.3, released under the MIT license.
Who should use it
Teams working in the PyPI ecosystem who need yAML parser and emitter for Python and value a focused solution.
When not to use it
Consider an alternative if you need to or if a more actively-maintained option better fits your PyPI stack.
Pros
- Clear open-source license (MIT).
- Zero runtime dependencies — minimal footprint.
Cons
- No significant drawbacks detected from available metadata.
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Maintainers
Frequently asked questions
Should I use PyYAML?
Yes — PyYAML scores well across adoption, maintenance, weight, supply chain, and licensing. No download data reported for this package yet. Last published 349 days ago.
How do I install PyYAML?
Run `pip install PyYAML` to add PyYAML to your PyPI project.
What license is PyYAML released under?
PyYAML is distributed under the MIT license.
Is PyYAML still maintained?
The most recent release of PyYAML (v6.0.3) was published 11 months ago.