jshon ☆
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Description:
Parse, read, and create JSON from the shell
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: json cli parser shell utility
Install: brew install jshon
About:
Jshon is a command-line JSON parser designed for shell scripting. It reads JSON from standard input and allows users to navigate, extract, and manipulate data structures using a series of command-line flags. Its main value proposition is providing a lightweight and fast alternative to complex text processing tools like sed or awk when working with JSON data.
Key Features:
  • Parses JSON from standard input
  • Navigates and extracts data using flags
  • Lightweight and fast execution
  • Designed specifically for shell scripting
Use Cases:
  • Extracting specific values from API responses in scripts
  • Modifying configuration files from the command line
  • Filtering log data formatted as JSON
Alternatives:
  • jq – jq is more feature-rich and supports complex transformations, while jshon focuses on simplicity and shell integration.
  • python -m json.tool – Python's built-in module validates and formats JSON but lacks navigation and extraction capabilities.
Version History
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Sep 12, 2025 9:55am 0 VERSION_BUMP aece309f
Nov 10, 2024 4:33pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 8d9fb69e
Sep 14, 2024 10:21am 0 VERSION_BUMP f041472c
Dec 1, 2022 10:52am 0 VERSION_BUMP a33a1805
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