cjson ☆
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Description:
Ultralightweight JSON parser in ANSI C
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 1.7.19@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: json c-library parser embedded lightweight
Install: brew install cjson
About:
cJSON is a lightweight, portable JSON parser written in ANSI C with no external dependencies. It provides a simple API for parsing JSON text into a C data structure and vice versa. Its minimal footprint and ease of integration make it ideal for embedded systems and resource-constrained environments.
Key Features:
  • Ultralightweight and portable (ANSI C)
  • No dependencies
  • Memory efficient with minimal dynamic allocation
  • Simple API for parsing and printing
Use Cases:
  • Embedded systems and IoT devices
  • Configuration file parsing
  • Web API response handling in C applications
Alternatives:
  • json-c – More feature-rich but larger footprint
  • Jansson – Higher-level API but requires dependencies
License: MIT
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, sonoma, ventura, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
Version History
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Nov 23, 2025 4:32pm 0 VERSION_BUMP ac4cf6af
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