Replace github.com/masterminds/sprig template functions
Author: twpayneCreated Jan 2, 2023Updated Aug 28, 2026
Labelsenhancement
Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.
github.com/masterminds/sprig, used by chezmoi, has unfortunately become a popular library of template functions despite several critical issues:
- It is unmaintained.
- The argument order of its functions is incompatible with Go template's pipelining (see #2215).
- Its naming convention does not match Go's (e.g.
toJsonshould betoJSON).
Describe the solution you'd like
chezmoi's template functions should be up-to-date, compatible with Go template pipelining, and match Go's naming conventions.
Describe alternatives you've considered
Keeping minorminds/sprig template functions as-is.
Additional context
A smooth transition should be provided, with both old and replacement template functions being available to users for some time. Users can use .chezmoiversion to help the transition.
Source: twpayne/chezmoi