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Feature: Implement Data Serialization for Multiple Response Formats #40

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Main Goal:
To provide end users with flexible data output options, we need to implement robust data serialization capabilities for various common formats. This task focuses specifically on building the C++ components responsible for converting our internal data representation into these external formats.


Scope of this Issue:
This issue is focused solely on the implementation of serializers for the specified data response formats. It assumes that:

  1. A stable, canonical internal C++ data representation (e.g., a specific struct, std::map, or a Variant type) for the data to be serialized is already defined and available.
  2. The overall C++ project structure and build system (e.g., CMake) are already set up and can accommodate new C++ modules/libraries.
  3. Any core service integration will be handled in separate tasks after these serializers are implemented and tested.

Formats to Implement:


Acceptance Criteria:

  • For each listed data format, a dedicated C++ serialization component (e.g., a class, a function, or a set of functions) is implemented.
  • Each serializer correctly converts the agreed-upon internal C++ data structure into the respective external format.
  • The output for each format strictly adheres to its official specification.
  • Appropriate, well-regarded, and performant third-party C++ libraries are identified, integrated, and utilized for each format where applicable (or a rationale provided for custom implementation).
  • Comprehensive unit tests are written for each serializer to ensure correctness across various data scenarios (e.g., empty values, nested structures, different data types).
  • Error handling is considered for serialization failures (e.g., invalid input, library issues).
  • Basic usage examples are provided for each implemented serializer.

Work Plan / Tasks:

  • [ ] 1. Research & Library Selection:

    • For each format (JSON, BSON, XML, YAML, CSV), research and propose the most suitable C++ serialization library. Include a brief justification for each choice.
    • Integrate the selected libraries into the project's build system (e.g., CMake).
  • [ ] 2. Implement JSON Serialization:

    • Develop C++ code to serialize the internal data representation into JSON.
    • Create unit tests for JSON serialization, covering various data types and structures.
  • [ ] 3. Implement BSON Serialization:

    • Develop C++ code to serialize the internal data representation into BSON.
    • Create unit tests for BSON serialization.
  • [ ] 4. Implement XML Serialization:

    • Develop C++ code to serialize the internal data representation into XML.
    • Create unit tests for XML serialization, including handling attributes and different element structures.
  • [ ] 5. Implement YAML Serialization:

    • Develop C++ code to serialize the internal data representation into YAML.
    • Create unit tests for YAML serialization.
  • [ ] 6. Implement CSV Serialization:

    • Develop C++ code to serialize the internal data representation into CSV.
    • Create unit tests for CSV serialization, considering delimiters, quoting, and row/column handling.
  • [ ] 7. Documentation & Examples:

    • Provide internal documentation on how to use each implemented serializer.
    • Create small, runnable code examples demonstrating the use of each serializer with sample data.

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