What is YAJL for IBM i?

YAJL (Yet Another JSON Library) for IBM i is a JSON parsing and generation library designed to work with the IBM i platform. It provides a way to handle JSON data in RPG (Report Program Generator) and other programming environments on IBM i. 

YAJL is particularly useful for developers who need to integrate JSON data into their applications, allowing them to easily parse JSON strings into usable data structures or generate JSON from data structures.

YAJL FOR DUMMIES

YAJL is an opensource library, easily installed on your IBM i. It contains RPG routines for taking a YAJL document and decoding it or converting the string into variables. YAJL is referenced directly from your RPG Source code as simply as adding a copybook for the interfaces and then using YAJL procedures to say things like "extract a variable called XXX from the JSON string"

Key features of YAJL include:

  • Streaming Parser: YAJL uses a streaming approach to parse JSON, which can be more efficient for large JSON documents.
  • Ease of Use: The library is designed to be straightforward, making it easier for developers to work with JSON data without needing extensive knowledge of the underlying complexities.
  • Integration: YAJL can be integrated into RPG programs, allowing developers to leverage JSON in their applications seamlessly.

YAJL is a super valuable tool for IBM i developers looking to work with JSON data in their applications

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