Practice Alternatives To Java Serialization (20.12) - Serialization and Deserialization

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Question 1.
What does JSON stand for?
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Think about the acronym itself.
Question 2.
Is XML fast or slow compared to JSON?
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Consider the efficiency of both formats in serialization.
3Question 3.
Which serialization format is typically faster?
- JSON
- XML
- Protocol Buffers
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Think about which format is intended to handle large data efficiently.
4Question 4.
True or False: JSON enforces a strict schema.
- True
- False
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Consider how flexible JSON is in structure.
Question 5.
Consider you need to choose a serialization format for a cross-platform application. Justify your choice between JSON and Protocol Buffers, noting performance and usability.
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Think about the tradeoffs between ease of implementation and performance needs.
Question 6.
You're designing a data pipeline for big data analysis. Would you use Kryo or Avro? Provide reasoning based on the requirements of schema enforcement and data structure.
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Reflect on the importance of schema consistency in analysis.

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