Citation Style Language JSON (.json)
The JSON file extension, associated with CSL JSON (Citation Style Language JSON), is used to store and exchange bibliographic data. Commonly utilized in academic publishing and reference management tools, it allows for standardized citation and bibliography formatting. Originating from the need for a universal citation format in the early 2000s, CSL JSON has been widely adopted for its efficiency in organizing and sharing scholarly references. The format leverages the JSON structure for simplicity and compatibility across different systems.