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Use-case recommendation

Best Format for Configuration Files in Repositories

TOML is a reliable default for strict, human-readable app configuration.

Open Samples Open Manifest
Recommendation

Recommendation

TOML

TOML is predictable and avoids common parser ambiguity pitfalls.

application/octet-stream

Open Samples Open Hub

YAML

Use YAML for complex nested human-authored config documents.

Files: 10

Samples Hub

INI

Use INI for legacy parser compatibility.

Files: 9

Samples Hub
Related decisions

Related Decisions

YAML vs TOML Files HCL vs TOML Files Best Config Format for Application Settings How to Convert CONF to INI
FAQ

FAQ

What is the default format recommendation for this use case?

TOML is the recommended default format here.

How should teams validate this recommendation?

Use sample files and manifest endpoints to test compatibility and behavior before rollout.