nlohmann-json
brew install nlohmann-json
v3.12.0
MIT
Header-only C++ library providing single-file JSON parsing and serialization for C++11 and later.
Why you might care
Drop-in JSON handling for C++ projects without external dependencies—just include the single header file. Widely used in C++ codebases for its intuitive STL-like API and excellent standards compliance; no separate compilation step needed. Popular alternative to RapidJSON when you prioritize ease of integration over raw speed.
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30-day installs · #825
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Build dependencies
Links
- https://json.nlohmann.me/
- Brew formula source: Formula/n/nlohmann-json.rb
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