Tips and tricks for using JC interactively, in scripts, and in automation.
In Part 2 we look at using JC to parse URLs, POSIX paths, and git log output.
Category Archives: Linux
JC Tips and Tricks – Part 1
Tips and tricks for using JC interactively, in scripts, and in automation.
In Part 1 we look at using JC as a Subnet Calculator, for exploring X.509 certificates, and for converting dates and timestamps.
Tutorial: Rapid Script Development with Bash, JC, and JQ
Tutorial demonstrating the rapid development of a subnet scanning Bash script made possible with the power of JSON, jc, and jq.
Convert X.509 Certificates to JSON with JC
Learn how to extract X.509 certificate metadata to JSON values for easier use in automation scripts. Works with DER, PEM, PKCS #7, and PKCS #12 files.
Working with JSON in Various Shells
In this article I give a quick snapshot of what it’s like to work with JSON in various traditional and next generation shells. Traditional shells like Bash and Windows Command Prompt (cmd.exe) don’t have built-in JSON support and require 3rd party utilities. Newer shells like NGS, Nushell, Oil, Elvish, Murex, and PowerShell have JSON serialization/deserialization and filtering capabilities built-in for a cleaner experience.
A New Way to Parse Plain Text Tables
A new way to parse ASCII or Unicode plain text tables using jc and jq or jello. No need for grep, sed, or awk!
Practical JSON at the Command Line (using Jello)
Effectively use JSON data at the command line with jc, jello, and Bash. This article provides practical examples of how to improve your scripts with JSON.
Practical JSON at the Command Line
Effectively use JSON data at the command line with jc, jq, and Bash. This article provides practical examples of how to improve your scripts with JSON.
Parsing Command Output in Nornir with JC
Use jc with Nornir to parse the output of commands run on remote hosts.
Parsing Command Output in Saltstack with JC
Use a jc Output and/or Serializer Module to parse the output of commands run on Saltstack Minions.