XML, or Extensible Markup Language
XML, or Extensible Markup Language
Self-descriptive: XML allows you to define your own tags, so the data can be
highly descriptive and meaningful.
Hierarchical Structure: XML data is organized in a tree-like structure, which
makes it easy to nest elements within elements.
Platform-Independent: XML can be used across different programming languages
and platforms, making it ideal for data interchange.
Human-Readable: XML is plain text, which is easy to read and debug for
developers.
Supports Validation: XML can be validated against a schema (such as DTD or XSD)
to ensure data integrity and adherence to a defined structure.
xml
<book>
<title>Introduction to XML</title>
<author>Jane Doe</author>
<year>2021</year>
<publisher>XML Publishing</publisher>
</book>
In integrations, XML is often used for data transformation and message structures.
For example, many legacy systems and protocols still rely on XML messages for data
exchange, making it essential for integration platforms like MuleSoft, which may
need to transform XML to JSON or other formats to interact with modern services.