JSON Training for FileMaker - JSON Get Element Type - Function (JSON Fundamentals #17)

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In this video, you will explore the JSON getElementType function, introduced in mid-2022 with FileMaker 19.5.1, which enhances developers' flexibility in working with JSON data.

You will create a new FileMaker file called TestJSON to avoid distractions from existing projects. After setting up a text field for raw JSON data, you will gather sample JSON from the Claris help file, ensuring to disable automatic spell checking to prevent distractions.

You then will use the Data Viewer to apply the getElementType function, which requires the JSON data and a specific key or path to analyze.

Through various examples, we demonstrate how the function identifies different JSON types, such as objects, arrays, strings, numbers, booleans, and null values. We also highlight the importance of validating JSON to avoid errors and emphasize the function's utility in analyzing specific parts of large JSON documents, ultimately streamlining the development process.

Knowing how to create, parse, and manipulate JSON is essential for integrating FileMaker with APIs, Claris Connect, Artificial Intelligence, and more. In the complete course, we cover everything you need to know about JSON from the perspective of a Claris FileMaker Developer.

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