30-50%
Smaller than JSON
<1ms
Typical latency
∞
Custom serializers
3.7+
Python versions
Why Choose Crous?
Built for performance, designed for simplicity
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Lightning Fast
Optimized with C extensions for maximum performance. Serialize and deserialize large datasets in milliseconds, not seconds.
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Compact Binary Format
Produces 30-50% smaller output than JSON. Save bandwidth and storage space while maintaining full type information.
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Type Preserving
Automatically preserves Python types. Distinguish between int and float, bytes and strings, and custom objects.
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Easy Integration
Simple API similar to the json module. Drop-in replacement with familiar dumps() and loads() functions.
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Extensible
Support for custom serializers and deserializers. Handle any Python object type with your custom logic.
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Production Ready
Thoroughly tested with comprehensive error handling. Reliable and stable for production environments.