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Choose the right serialization format for .NET applications. Prefer schema-based formats (Protobuf, MessagePack) over reflection-based (Newtonsoft.Json). Use System.Text.Json with AOT source generators for JSON scenarios.

When to use

• Choosing a serialization format for APIs, messaging, or persistence
• Migrating from Newtonsoft.Json to System.Text.Json
• Implementing AOT-compatible serialization
• Designing wire formats for distributed systems
• Optimizing serialization performance

When not to use

• Using BinaryFormatter
• Using Newtonsoft.Json default
• Using DataContractSerializer
• Using XML

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