HJSON

HJSON stands for Human JSON. It is a data interchange format that aims to be more human-friendly than JSON while remaining compatible with JSON parsers. Key features of HJSON include the ability to omit quotes around keys and strings, use comments, and employ trailing commas. This makes HJSON easier to read and write for humans, especially when dealing with configuration files or complex data structures.

Despite its extended syntax, HJSON is designed to be a superset of JSON. This means that any valid JSON file is also a valid HJSON file. HJSON parsers can typically handle standard JSON input. Conversely, HJSON can be easily converted into JSON for use with standard JSON tools and libraries. The primary goal of HJSON is to simplify data definition for human interaction without sacrificing machine readability or compatibility. It is often used in scenarios where manual editing of configuration files is common, such as in software development projects.