serializationtransport
Serialization transport is a design concept in distributed systems that describes the separation and coordination of two concerns: how data is serialized into a transmittable form and how that data is transported between endpoints. In this view, a message is serialized into a byte stream using a chosen format, and the resulting payload is delivered by a transport layer such as HTTP, WebSocket, a message queue, or a remote procedure call framework. The transport layer handles addressing, delivery guarantees, and framing, while the serialization layer preserves structure and type information.
This separation provides flexibility: formats can be chosen for interoperability and efficiency (for example JSON for
Common serialization formats include JSON, XML, Protocol Buffers, MessagePack, and Avro. Common transports include HTTP(S), WebSocket,
Key design considerations include compatibility across versions, handling partial data and message boundaries, idempotency, security against