Chapter 5. Handling JSON
This chapter covers
- Consuming and producing JSON using the Scalatra JSON module
- Handling heterogeneity when working with JSON
- Using JSONP
JSON is a common data interchange format for semistructured data. It’s human-readable and supports primitive, array, and object values. Additionally, for web services it’s the natural data format of the browser, due to its close relationship with JavaScript.
Scalatra offers a module that supports an application working with JSON. This chapter covers its use with practical examples taken from the food domain. Who knows, maybe you’ll also learn a useful recipe!
5.1. Introducing JsonSupport
The Scalatra JSON module extends an application’s request handling with two facets:
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