from_yaml returns depreciation error #282

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The error message you're encountering suggests that the load() function has been deprecated or removed in the version of the YAML library you're using. This change affects how YAML data is loaded and may impact libraries that depend on it, such as python-box.

Understanding the Issue:

The python-box library provides a Box class, which allows for dot notation access to dictionary attributes. The from_yaml method in Box relies on a YAML parser to load YAML strings into Python dictionaries. If the underlying YAML library has deprecated the load() function, it can cause compatibility issues.

Potential Solutions:

Check python-box Version Compatibility:

Ensure that you're using a version of python-box compatible with your YAML library. The python-box library has undergone changes to accommodate updates in YAML parsing libraries. Upgrading to the latest version may resolve the issue.
Verify YAML Library Version:

The error message indicates a change in the YAML library's API. If you're using ruamel.yaml, note that versions 0.18.5 and above have deprecated certain functions. Downgrading to version 0.17.x might temporarily resolve the issue. However, this is a short-term fix, and updating your code to be compatible with the latest library versions is recommended.
Update Your Codebase:

If you're directly using the YAML library in your code, consider updating your YAML loading logic to align with the new API. For instance, with ruamel.yaml, you can create a YAML instance and use its load method:

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from ruamel.yaml import YAML

yaml = YAML(typ='rt') # 'rt' stands for round-trip
data = yaml.load(yaml_string)
This approach ensures compatibility with the latest versions of the YAML library.

Recommendations:

Upgrade Dependencies: Regularly update your dependencies to their latest versions to benefit from security patches and new features. Ensure that all libraries in your project are compatible with each other.

Consult Documentation: Review the release notes and documentation of both python-box and your YAML library to understand any breaking changes and how to adapt to them. For instance, the python-box library has documented major version breaking changes that might be relevant.
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Test Thoroughly: After making changes to your dependencies or codebase, run your test suite to verify that everything functions as expected.

By following these steps, you can address the deprecation issue and ensure that your use of Box.from_yaml works correctly with the updated YAML library.