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jq

Parse, filter, and transform JSON data using the jq command-line utility.

6|1|Updated Feb 16, 2026
Search Tags:#cli#json#filtering#data processing#transformation#parsing
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/L3DigitalNet/Claude-Code-Plugins --skill jq-l3digitalnet
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: jq
Source: https://github.com/L3DigitalNet/Claude-Code-Plugins/tree/main/plugins/linux-sysadmin/skills/jq
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/L3DigitalNet/Claude-Code-Plugins --skill jq-l3digitalnet

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the complex task of parsing, filtering, and transforming JSON data directly from the command line, making it accessible for scripting and automation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • JSON Parsing & Pretty-Printing: Easily read and format JSON data for human readability.
  • Field Extraction & Filtering: Select specific data points or filter records based on conditions.
  • Data Transformation: Reshape JSON structures, interpolate strings, and construct new JSON objects.
  • Use Case: Extracting specific user details from a large JSON API response, or converting a JSON array into a CSV-formatted string for reporting.

Quick Start

Use the jq skill to pretty-print the contents of the file named 'data.json'.

Frequently Asked Questions about jq

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I filter and extract specific fields from a JSON API response?▼

To filter and extract specific fields from a JSON API response, you can use command-line JSON processing to apply conditional filters and select exact data points from structured records. This approach easily isolates specific user details from large datasets.

What is the best way to parse and pretty-print JSON data from the command line?▼

Parsing and pretty-printing JSON data from the command line involves using a dedicated CLI utility to format raw JSON outputs into human-readable structures. This makes reading configuration files and log outputs significantly easier for manual inspection.

How do I transform a JSON array into a CSV-formatted string for reporting?▼

Transforming a JSON array into a CSV-formatted string requires reshaping the JSON structures and interpolating string values. By iterating through array elements, you can construct a new formatted string output suitable for reporting tasks.

Can I use command-line JSON processing to reshape structures and construct new objects?▼

Yes, command-line JSON processing allows you to reshape existing JSON structures and construct entirely new JSON objects. You can manipulate data from configuration files or API responses to fit different structural requirements.

Does command-line JSON parsing work for extracting data from configuration files and log outputs?▼

Yes, command-line JSON parsing works effectively for extracting data from both configuration files and log outputs. It handles structured data manipulation directly within terminal scripts, making it highly applicable for automation workflows.

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