Sample TOML Config File

Generate sample TOML config files for Rust Cargo, Python pyproject, and more

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Minimal Config

250 B

Simple app configuration (~250 bytes)

Config

Cargo.toml - Basic

600 B

Basic Rust Cargo package (~600 bytes)

Rust

pyproject.toml - Basic

800 B

Python project configuration (~800 bytes)

Python

Hugo config.toml

1 KB

Hugo static site configuration (~1 KB)

Static Site

Cargo.toml - Complete

2.9 KB

Full Rust Cargo with all generated dependencies (~3 KB)

Rust

pyproject.toml - Complete

3.9 KB

Full Python project with all generated configs (~4 KB)

Python

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Generate valid TOML configuration files for Rust (Cargo.toml), Python (pyproject.toml), Hugo, and more. Create structured config files with proper TOML syntax.

What is a TOML File?

TOML (Tom's Obvious, Minimal Language) is a configuration file format designed to be easy to read and write. It maps unambiguously to hash tables and uses explicit syntax for tables and arrays, avoiding the indentation pitfalls of YAML. TOML supports strings, integers, floats, booleans, dates/times, arrays, and nested tables with strict typing rules. It's the standard for Rust projects (Cargo.toml), modern Python projects (pyproject.toml), Hugo static sites, and many CLI tools. TOML files use the .toml extension and are particularly popular in the Rust ecosystem where Cargo relies on Cargo.toml for dependency management and project configuration.

Why Use Sample TOML Files?

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Start Rust projects quickly with valid Cargo.toml templates

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Set up Python projects with proper pyproject.toml for Poetry or setuptools

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Configure Hugo static sites with ready-to-use config.toml

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Learn TOML syntax with realistic examples from popular tools

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Avoid common TOML syntax errors with validated templates

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Test TOML parsers in your applications with sample data

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Understand TOML table syntax, arrays, and date formats

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Save time by not writing configuration files from scratch

Common Use Cases

Rust Project Configuration

Generate Cargo.toml files for Rust projects. Define package metadata (name, version, authors), dependencies with version specifications, dev-dependencies, build dependencies, workspace configurations, and compile-time features for Cargo build system.

Python Project Setup

Create pyproject.toml for modern Python packaging. Configure build system (setuptools, Poetry, Hatch), project metadata, dependencies, optional dependencies, tool configurations (Black, pytest, mypy, ruff), and entry points for CLI applications.

Hugo Static Site Configuration

Build config.toml for Hugo websites. Define baseURL, site title, language settings, theme selection, pagination, menu structures, permalinks, taxonomies, and Hugo module configuration for static site generation.

Application Configuration

Use TOML for application config files where explicit, unambiguous syntax is preferred over YAML. Configure database connections, API endpoints, feature flags, logging levels, and environment-specific settings with strong typing.

Generator Features

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Multiple templates: Cargo.toml (Rust), pyproject.toml (Python), Hugo config, Generic

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Valid TOML syntax with proper table and array formatting

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Support for strings, numbers, booleans, dates, arrays, and nested tables

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Pre-filled realistic sample data for quick project setup

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Proper escaping for special characters in strings

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Date and time formatting in ISO 8601 format

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Inline and standard table syntax support

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Instant download with .toml extension

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is TOML and what does it stand for?

TOML stands for Tom's Obvious, Minimal Language. It's a configuration file format that aims to be easy to read due to obvious semantics. TOML is designed to map unambiguously to a hash table and is used widely in Rust (Cargo.toml), Python (pyproject.toml), and many other tools.

What is the difference between TOML and YAML?

TOML is designed for configuration files with simpler, more explicit syntax. Unlike YAML, TOML uses explicit syntax for tables and arrays, avoiding indentation-based nesting which can cause errors. TOML also natively supports dates/times and has stricter typing rules.

What is a Cargo.toml file used for?

Cargo.toml is the manifest file for Rust projects. It contains metadata about your package including the name, version, dependencies, build settings, and more. It's essential for any Rust project using the Cargo build system.

How do I create a pyproject.toml file?

A pyproject.toml file is the modern way to configure Python projects. It can include project metadata, build system requirements, tool configurations (like Black, pytest, mypy), and dependency specifications. Use our generator to create a valid template.

Can I use this tool to generate Hugo config files?

Yes! Our generator includes a Hugo template that creates a valid config.toml for Hugo static sites, including common settings like baseURL, title, theme, pagination, and menu configurations.