About JSON

JSON tutorial

This JSON tutorial will help us understand JSON and how to use it in various programming languages such as PHP, PERL, Python, Ruby, Java, and more.

JSON or JavaScript object notation is a lightweight, text-based open standard designed for readable data exchange. T he JSON format was originally proposed by Douglas Crockford and is described using RFC 4627. J SON's official network media type application/json JSON's file name extension is .json.

Suitable for people

This tutorial is designed to help beginners understand the basic functionality of JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) in developing data exchange formats. After completing this tutorial, you'll find yourself at a moderate level using JSON in JavaScript, AJAX, Perl, and then you can move on to the next level yourself.

Learning prerequisites

Before you take this tutorial, you should have a basic understanding of how Web applications work over HTTP, and let's assume that you already have basic JavaScript knowledge, you can refer to the JavaScript Tutorial on this site