jsonlite

jsonlite is an R package that provides a fast and simple JSON parser and generator. It is designed to be user-friendly and efficient for working with JSON data within the R statistical environment. The package offers functions to convert R objects into JSON strings and to parse JSON strings back into R objects.

Key features of jsonlite include its ability to handle complex R data structures, such as lists and data frames, and map them accurately to corresponding JSON structures. Conversely, it can parse JSON arrays and objects into R lists and data frames. The package is known for its performance, often outperforming other JSON packages in R for certain operations. It also supports common JSON data types like strings, numbers, booleans, null, arrays, and objects.

jsonlite is widely used in R for tasks involving web APIs that return JSON data, reading and writing JSON configuration files, and general data interchange. Its straightforward API makes it accessible to R users of varying expertise levels. The package is actively maintained and has a strong community following, contributing to its reliability and ongoing development. It aims to provide a robust and efficient solution for integrating JSON data into R workflows.