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JSON to RAML Converter

Transform JSON examples into RAML 1.0 DataType definitions for MuleSoft API Designer. All processing happens in your browser โ€” no data ever leaves your machine.

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Input: JSON
Output: RAML DataType
๐Ÿ’ก Handles JSON objects and arrays. Arrays become type: array with auto-detected item type. Nested objects get nested properties blocks. Basically handles whatever you throw at it.

How to Use the JSON to RAML Converter

Paste or upload a JSON payload, tweak a couple options, and get clean RAML 1.0 DataType output instantly. Four steps, zero setup.

Paste or Upload JSON

Paste a JSON payload straight into the input panel, or hit the file picker to upload a .json file from your machine. The output syncs immediately.

Set Options

Toggle Optional Keys (adds ? suffix) or CamelCase conversion to match your RAML naming conventions. Both can be combined.

Convert Instantly

Click Convert to RAML or start typing. The output panel on the right updates live without you having to click anything extra.

Copy or Download

Hit Copy to paste into Anypoint Platform, or download as a .raml file and drop it straight into your project.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a RAML DataType?
A RAML DataType defines the structure and data types of JSON payloads used in your MuleSoft APIs. They live inside #%RAML 1.0 DataType files and are referenced from your RAML API specification to enforce schema validation on requests and responses.
Does this tool support nested JSON objects and arrays?
Yes. Nested objects become nested properties blocks. Arrays output as type: array and the item type is inferred from the first element, covering string, number, boolean, and nested object items.
What does the "Optional Keys" option do?
Checking Optional Keys appends a ? to every property name in the output (e.g., name?: string). In RAML 1.0, this marks the field as not required, which is useful when your API accepts partial payloads in PATCH requests.
What does the CamelCase conversion do?
Enabling CamelCase converts snake_case or kebab-case JSON keys into camelCase automatically. For example, first_name becomes firstName. This is the convention used in most MuleSoft and Anypoint API designs.
Is my JSON data sent to any server?
Absolutely not. All conversion logic runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. No data is transmitted, stored, or logged anywhere. Your payloads โ€” including any sensitive values โ€” never leave your machine.
Can I use this for RAML 0.8 projects?
This tool targets RAML 1.0 DataType syntax, which is the current standard used in Anypoint Platform. RAML 0.8 used a different schema system. If you're still on Mule 3.x with RAML 0.8, minor manual adjustments to the output may be needed.

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