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Also called: JavaScript Object Notation
Plain-language definition
Plain-language definition
A text format for exchanging structured values such as objects and arrays.
Why it matters
Many platform APIs use JSON, so exact field names and validation matter across clients.
Technical detail
JavaScript Object Notation represents strings, numbers, booleans, null, arrays, and name-value objects using a standardized Unicode serialization.
Examples
- The glossary API returns a JSON response envelope containing terms and metadata.
Related terms
Sources and review
Reviewed July 12, 2026 by [email protected]. Next review due July 11, 2027.
- The JavaScript Object Notation Data Interchange Format — RFC Editor Accessed 7/11/2026
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