formspec-mapping

You can map JSON form responses to an external API schema by defining a declarative JSON DSL that specifies explicit rules for renaming fields and applying value transformations. This cleanly separates data collection from storage or consumption, allowing a deterministic MappingEngine workflow to execute the translation.

Bidirectional JSON mapping is a data transformation technique that translates form responses to external schemas and reverses the process to ingest external data back into forms. It uses a declarative DSL to support field renaming, value coercing, and reverse mappings across APIs, databases, or data pipelines.

Yes, you can apply conditional inclusion and value transformations during data integration by using optional transform types like valueMap, coerce, and expression within your mapping document. These features let you tailor payloads dynamically while maintaining a deterministic mapping workflow.

Yes, the JSON mapping approach supports reverse mappings for API integration, enabling you to translate data from external sources back into form responses. This bidirectional capability ensures seamless data flow between form collection endpoints and external databases or APIs.

The best way to separate form data collection from backend storage schemas is to use a declarative JSON DSL that explicitly defines field renaming and transformation rules. This abstraction allows teams to modify backend schemas without altering the underlying form structure or data collection logic.