Atomic Data

Atomic Data is an open-source data serialization format and protocol designed to improve the way structured data is shared and interconnected across the web. It serves as a modern alternative to traditional formats like JSON and XML, focusing on type safety, extensibility, and ease of use for developers. The project was initiated to solve the complexities often associated with linked data and semantic web technologies.

The brand and technical framework originated in the Netherlands, primarily developed by Joep Meindertsma. It is maintained by a community of contributors and the Atomic Data organization. As an open-source initiative, its 'manufacturing' or development occurs globally through virtual collaboration, though its spiritual and administrative home remains in the Netherlands. The project is governed by open-source principles, ensuring that the technology remains accessible and vendor-neutral for the global developer community.