JSON Serialization in Elixir
JSON Serialization in Elixir[edit]
JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a popular data format used for exchanging data between different systems due to its simplicity and wide support. Elixir, a powerful functional programming language built on top of Erlang's virtual machine, offers several options for JSON serialization. In this article, we will explore the various libraries and techniques available in Elixir for working with JSON.
Poison[edit]
Poison is a widely used Elixir library for JSON encoding and decoding. It provides a simple and straightforward API for working with JSON data. With Poison, you can easily convert Elixir data structures to JSON and vice versa.
Jazz[edit]
Jazz is another Elixir library for JSON serialization and deserialization. One of the main features of Jazz is its focus on performance. It is built with the goal of being one of the fastest JSON libraries available in Elixir. Jazz provides an easy-to-use API similar to Poison for encoding and decoding JSON.
Jason[edit]
Jason is a high-performance Elixir JSON library based on a C NIF (Native Implemented Functions) wrapper around the Jansson library. It offers a simple and powerful API for working with JSON data. Jason supports a wide range of data types and provides options for custom serialization.
JSX[edit]
JSX is a library that allows you to work with JSON in Elixir by utilizing Elixir's macros to define your own JSON mapping rules. It provides a flexible and customizable way to convert Elixir data structures to JSON.
Benchmarks and Performance[edit]
When choosing a JSON serialization library, performance might be an important factor to consider. Various benchmarks comparing the performance of different JSON libraries in Elixir can be found on the Elixir JSON Benchmarks page of this wiki.
Conclusion[edit]
JSON serialization is a crucial aspect of modern software development, and Elixir provides several excellent libraries for working with JSON data. Whether you prioritize performance, simplicity, or customizability, there is a JSON library in Elixir that can meet your needs.