dokkityaml

Dokkityaml is a hypothetical data serialization and documentation language that combines structured configuration with embedded narrative content. It builds on YAML conventions but adds lightweight documentation constructs that can accompany data fields, allowing developers to store both configuration and related explanations in a single file.

The design goal is to improve maintainability by keeping descriptive information next to the data it explains. In Dokkityaml, each mapping can carry optional documentation through a doc or description field, including multi-line strings. The format aims to remain compatible with standard YAML parsers for the data portion, while providing tooling to extract, render, or validate the accompanying documentation.

A Dokkityaml document typically contains a metadata block, a data section, and one or more documentation blocks that attach to specific keys. Documentation can be nested, linked, or referenced via anchors, and can be used to generate both human- and machine-readable documentation.

Adoption and tooling for Dokkityaml are limited to early-stage projects or speculative discussions. Proponents cite improved readability and documentation fidelity, while critics point to potential redundancy with existing formats and the need for robust, interoperable tooling.