Move from JSON to Protobuf. Is it worth it?
- by katit
We have REST webservices that can serve XML or JSON (WCF). I'm toying with idea of implementing Protobufs. Why?
PROS
Less load on servers.
Smaller message size - less traffic.
It is easier to switch now than later.
CONS
Need to be implemented
Going to be harder to troubleshoot/sniff messages for debugging.
I can enable GZip on server and JSON will consume as much traffic
What is your suggestion and/or experience on this?