Using the JSON Parser App in OttoKit

Working with JSON data in your automations? The JSON Parser App makes it simple to convert between JSON strings and mappable objects. Parse incoming JSON from APIs, webhooks, or file uploads into structured data you can use throughout your workflow. Alternatively, you can go the other way: stringify arrays and objects into a clean JSON format, ready for API calls or data storage.

Two straightforward actions handle all your JSON transformation needs, allowing you to seamlessly move data between formats without requiring custom code or complex parsing logic.

Actions in the JSON Parser App

1) Parse JSON String

Transform JSON strings into mappable data structures you can use anywhere in your workflow.

To parse JSON:

1. Add a new action to your workflow.
2. Search for JSON Parser and select it.
3. Choose Parse JSON String.
4. Click Continue to open the Configure tab.
5. Fill in the field:
   • Enter JSON String (required) – Enter the JSON string that you want to format into a mappable value.
6. Click Continue to open the Test Step tab.
7. Click Test to parse your JSON.
8. If everything looks good, click Save.

Sample Input:

{“name”: “Sarah Chen”, “email”: “[email protected]”, “role”: “Product Manager”, “team”: {“department”: “Engineering”, “size”: 12}}

Here is how the output would look:

You can now map these fields to other actions in your workflow, like adding the name to a spreadsheet or sending the email to a CRM.

2) Stringify JSON

Convert arrays and objects into properly formatted JSON strings, perfect for API requests, data storage, or passing structured data between systems.

To stringify JSON:

1. Add a new action.
2. Search for JSON Parser.
3. Select Stringify JSON.
4. Click Continue.
5. Fill in the field:
   • Enter Array or Object (required) – Enter an Array or Object.
6. Click Test, then Save.

Sample Input (Object):

[

  {

    "id": 1,

    "name": "Workflow A",

    "status": "active"

  },

  {

    "id": 2,

    "name": "Workflow B",

    "status": "paused"

  },

  {

    "id": 3,

    "name": "Workflow C",

    "status": "completed"

  }

]

Output:

The stringified JSON is now ready to send to an API endpoint, save to a database, or pass to any system expecting JSON format.

With the JSON Parser App in OttoKit, you can effortlessly move between JSON strings and structured data. Parse incoming JSON to access individual values, or stringify objects and arrays into clean JSON format. Simple, reliable, and built right into your workflows.

Whether you’re processing webhook payloads, formatting API requests, transforming database records, or preparing data for external systems, the JSON Parser makes it instant and error-free.

Start using the JSON Parser App today and handle JSON transformations in seconds.