Simplejson is a simple, fast, complete, correct and extensible JSON encoder and decoder for Python 2.5+ and Python 3.3+. It is pure Python code with no dependencies, but includes an optional C extension for a serious speed boost. Optional dependencies: Sphinx and python3. Note: To install python3 bindings install python3 and pass PYTHON3=yes to the slackbuild. # PYTHON3="yes" ./simplejson.SlackBuild