jc

jc is a command-line tool and Python library that converts the output of popular command-line tools and file types into JSON, YAML, or Python dictionaries. This transformation enables developers to pipe output to other tools like jq and to integrate command outputs more easily into automation scripts and workflows. The tool was developed by kellyjonbrazil and is released under the MIT license. jc supports parsing output from a wide range of standard command-line utilities, making it useful for shell scripting, system administration, and data processing tasks where structured data formats are preferred over plain text output.

As both a standalone CLI tool and a reusable Python library, jc provides flexibility for different use cases. Developers can invoke it directly from the command line or incorporate its parsing capabilities into custom Python applications. The tool reduces the need for manual text parsing and regex patterns when working with command outputs in automated workflows.