JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is an open-standard file format that represents data in a human-readable text form. It is used to transmit data objects composed of attribute-value pairs and array structures, making it a widely adopted format for data exchange between servers, applications, and APIs.
Key Features
- Uses human-readable text for data representation
- Supports attribute-value pairs and arrays
- Lightweight and easy to parse
- Language-independent, compatible with most programming languages
- Commonly used in web APIs and configuration files
- Easily integrated with databases and software applications
Pros
- Simple and easy to understand
- Highly flexible and widely supported
- Efficient for data exchange between systems
- Works well with modern web applications and APIs
- Reduces complexity compared to XML in many cases
Cons
- Limited support for complex data types (e.g., functions, dates require string formatting)
- Larger datasets can become unwieldy without proper structuring
- Lacks schema enforcement unless combined with JSON Schema
Who Is This Tool For?
- Software developers and engineers
- Web and mobile application developers
- Data analysts working with API data
- System integrators and backend programmers
- Anyone handling structured data exchange
Pricing Packages
- JSON is an open standard and free to use for all individuals and organizations
