{"id":14029,"library":"snyk-to-md","title":"Snyk JSON to Markdown Converter","description":"This utility package, `snyk-to-md` (current stable version 1.0.0), provides a command-line interface for transforming the JSON output generated by the `snyk test --json` command into a human-readable Markdown report. It simplifies the process of integrating Snyk vulnerability reports into documentation workflows or sharing findings without requiring users to navigate complex JSON structures. The package's primary function is to consume the JSON stream via standard input (stdin) or a file, then output a formatted Markdown file, typically named `Snyk_Report.md` by default or a user-specified path. Its release cadence is likely infrequent, as it serves a specific, stable transformation purpose. 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