Documentation
Everything you need to know about data serialization and how to use DataMorph efficiently.
What is Data Serialization?
Data serialization is the process of converting complex data structures—like objects, arrays, and lists in memory—into a format that can be easily stored or transmitted. Think of it as "packaging" your data so it can be sent over a network (like a JSON API response) or saved to a file (like a config file) and then reconstructed ("deserialized") later.
Why it matters
- •Enables communication between different systems (e.g., Python backend to React frontend)
- •Standardizes how configurations are stored (e.g., in DevOps tools)
- •Allows caching and persistence of application state
Common Formats
- JSON(JavaScript Object Notation) - The web standard.
- YAML(YAML Ain't Markup Language) - Clean, no brackets. Great for configs.
- XML(Extensible Markup Language) - Verbose but powerful, used in enterprise.
- TOML(Tom's Obvious, Minimal Language) - Explicit and easy for configs.
{
"name": "Alice",
"role": "admin",
"active": true
}name: Alice role: admin active: true
<user> <name>Alice</name> <role>admin</role> <active>true</active> </user>
How to use DataMorph
DataMorph provides two main tools: the Converter and the Validator. Both happen entirely in your browser for maximum privacy.
The Converter
Use the converter when you need to transform data from one format to another (e.g., converting a JSON API response to YAML for a config file).
- Navigate to the /convert page.
- Paste your source code on the left editor.
- Select your Input Format and Output Format.
- The converted code appears instantly on the right.
The Validator
Use the validator to check if your code syntax is correct. It helps catch missed brackets, indentation errors in YAML, or unclosed tags in XML.
- Navigate to the /validate page.
- Select the format you want to validate.
- Paste your code.
- See instant feedback: Valid or Error Message.