Question 1

How do I import a JSON file into Sass with SassyJSON?

Accepted Answer

First, import SassyJSON using @import 'SassyJSON'; then use @import 'relative/path/to/file.json?variable-name'; to decode the JSON into a Sass variable named $variable-name. Ensure the path is relative to your Sass file.

Question 2

Is SassyJSON production ready or safe to use?

Accepted Answer

No, the README clearly states it's an experimental project not meant for production. For reliable JSON-Sass integration in live projects, consider alternatives like Eyeglass or Sassport recommended by the author.

Question 3

What's better for JSON in Sass: SassyJSON or Eyeglass?

Accepted Answer

For production use, Eyeglass is preferable as it's more stable and supported. SassyJSON is best for experimentation or learning due to its pure Sass approach, but it lacks the robustness needed for critical applications.

Question 4

How can I encode a Sass map to JSON and output only as a CSS comment?

Accepted Answer

Use the json-encode mixin with a second parameter: @include json-encode($map, 'comment'); This restricts the JSON output to a CSS comment format, unlike the default 'all' which outputs in multiple ways.

Question 5

What are the system requirements to run SassyJSON?

Accepted Answer

It requires Sass 3.3 installed via gem, and for development, you need NodeJS, Ruby, and grunt-cli. Installation options include npm, Ruby Gem, or direct Git clone, but compatibility may be limited with newer environments.

Question 6

Can SassyJSON handle nested JSON objects and arrays in Sass?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it supports encoding and decoding nested structures, as shown in the example with maps containing lists and other maps, but performance may degrade with deeply nested or large data.

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