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In which context would plain text output from mgmt_cli be less effective than JSON?

The correct answer is C. When parsing output in automation scripts. Plain text is not structured and requires complex parsing (e.g., regex or string matching). JSON output is structured and machine-friendly, making it ideal for scripting and automation scenarios.

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Question

In which context would plain text output from mgmt_cli be less effective than JSON?

Options

  • AWhen used in manual troubleshooting
  • BWhen pasting into SmartDashboard
  • CWhen parsing output in automation scripts
  • DWhen visually reviewing output in terminal

How the community answered

(42 responses)
  • A
    7% (3)
  • B
    2% (1)
  • C
    88% (37)
  • D
    2% (1)

Explanation

Plain text is not structured and requires complex parsing (e.g., regex or string matching). JSON output is structured and machine-friendly, making it ideal for scripting and automation scenarios.

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#JSON output#plain text#automation scripts#parsing

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