Good Day Simonm,
Here is my response to your comments:
“Reading/editing YAML files is not that hard as you state, just give it a try - and always remember (also with a little bit of respect to the developers in mind): it was all done to deliver a better product. The YAML you are talking about is perhaps the remaining 0.01% of “complexity” which cannot be hidden by a nice GUI. The other 99.99% is what should really make you happy”
ANSWER: I never stated YAML was difficult to learn nor did I imply I would not give a try LOL!!! Having been in IT for 15 years, I know the value of learning something new. However, new doesn’t always mean better. For example, one can argue that Windows is still around because it delivers simplicity to its users, both technical and non-technical users. Many legacy features Windows have retained to deliver simplicity and keep their user base. Another example is Linux, as legacy config files have been retained as well (depending on the flavor)
When developing and maintaining a product, in my opinion, you have to keep in mind that the end user is in most cases, a non-technical person. This is especially true when you have competitors that may have an alternative product where users may gravitate toward. At times, you have to see things through a non-technical lens when maintaining a product. You may think that YAML is f** awesome, but the non-technical user could likely care less. Many non-technical end users (and some technical end users…not me personally), resist having to learn no more matter how small the learning curve. Personally…I watched and enjoyed a few YouTube videos on YAML to learn it. But many end users may not want to do that and may use another product.
Let’s hope that doesn’t happen as I personally enjoy Check_MK.
Thanks
Steve