Data serialization formats

Data serialization formats are methods used to convert data structures or objects into a format that can be easily stored or transmitted and then reconstructed later. Imagine it like packaging a meal for delivery—serialization organizes the items neatly so they can travel safely to a destination. Common formats include JSON, XML, and Protocol Buffers, each with its strengths and weaknesses. They allow different systems to communicate, share information, or save data efficiently, ensuring that complex data can be easily understood and accessed by various software applications or programming languages.