Fixing Buffer Issues When Reading JSON Files in Node.js

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Understanding the Problem

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This happens because the file is being read in a binary format rather than as a string. Thus, you are left with binary data that cannot be directly used or interpreted as JSON.

The Key to the Solution

The solution to this issue lies in two key improvements:

Parsing the JSON: After reading the file as a string, you should parse it from JSON format using JSON.parse() instead of attempting to use toJSON().

Applying the Fix

Here’s the corrected part of your code to ensure that you get the correct JSON data instead of a Buffer.

Updated Code Example

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Breakdown of Changes

JSON Parsing: Using JSON.parse() converts the string into a JavaScript object, making it usable within your application.

Conclusion

Feel free to apply this solution to your own codebase and share it with others who may encounter the same issue! Happy coding!