Convert Text to Nettext
Encode plain text into the standard Netstring format for reliable data transmission.
Nettext Examples
Simple String
Encode a simple greeting into a standard netstring format.
Multi-line Text
Encode multiple lines of text as a single netstring block.
Nested Nettext
Example of how netstrings can be nested for complex data structures.
Understanding Nettext (Netstrings) Encoding
What is Nettext?
Nettext (commonly known as Netstrings) is a simple and reliable method for encoding byte strings for network transmission or data serialization. Developed by D. J. Bernstein, it provides a safe way to wrap arbitrary data without worrying about delimiters or terminators.
The format is straightforward: [length]:[data],. For example, the word "hello" is encoded as 5:hello,.
Key Benefits
- 8-bit Clean: Nettext can store any sequence of bytes, including null characters.
- Fast Parsing: The length prefix allows decoders to allocate memory instantly.
- Recursive: Netstrings can be nested inside other netstrings to create complex data structures.