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YAML indent error fix for OpenAPI and configs

YAML is indentation-sensitive. Mixed spaces and tabs, or wrong nesting, breaks parsers used for OpenAPI and Kubernetes configs. Editors often hide the problem until deploy or codegen.

Common causes

  • Tab characters mixed with spaces.
  • Inconsistent indent level between siblings.
  • Multi-line strings break alignment.

How to fix

  • Paste the spec into OpenAPI Validator (JSON or YAML).
  • Normalize indentation in the editor.
  • Use a YAML-aware linter in CI.

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