open-source-parsers/jsoncpp

A C++ library for interacting with JSON.

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Summary Information

Updated 54 minutes ago
Added to GitGenius on September 7th, 2026
Created on July 6th, 2014
Open Issues & Pull Requests: 111 (+0)
GitHub issues: Enabled
Number of forks: 2,722
Total Stargazers: 8,889 (+0)
Total Subscribers: 325 (+0)

Repository Insights (GitGenius)

Median issue/PR response: 14.1 days
Mean response time: 204.3 days
90th percentile: 774.6 days
Tracked items: 135

How this project is maintained

Around half of the issues opened in the past year never receive a reply. 98% of open issues come from outside the core team, so the backlog reflects real-world use rather than internal planning. Work labelled "enhancement" is answered fastest, typically in about 10 hours, while "build" waits about 5 weeks. Only 6% of issues opened in the past year have been closed. Three people close 89% of everything that gets resolved.

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Issue Activity (beta)

Open issues: 97
New in 7 days: 0
Closed in 7 days: 0
Avg open age: 1,860 days
Stale 30+ days: 96
Stale 90+ days: 94

Recent activity

Opened in 7 days: 0
Closed in 7 days: 0
Comments in 7 days: 0
Events in 7 days: 0

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  • enhancement (33)
  • question (14)
  • help wanted (9)
  • Language Conformance (3)
  • build or testing (2)
  • please discuss (2)

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Detailed Description

JsonCpp is a C++ library for parsing and generating JSON data.

The library addresses the need to work with JSON in C++ applications by providing straightforward serialization and deserialization capabilities. It handles the conversion between JSON text and C++ data structures, allowing developers to read JSON from strings or files and write JSON output programmatically. The approach focuses on making JSON manipulation accessible within the C++ ecosystem without requiring external dependencies.

JsonCpp suits projects that need reliable JSON handling in C++ where simplicity and ease of integration matter more than advanced features. It works well for applications ranging from configuration file parsing to API communication. The library is appropriate for developers who want a self-contained solution without pulling in large dependency chains.

The project maintains steady activity with regular engagement on issues and pull requests. Development follows a measured pace with thoughtful review of contributions. The codebase receives updates addressing bug reports and compatibility concerns across different C++ standards and platforms.