In a world where CSV is often dismissed as outdated, let’s take a moment to appreciate its simplicity, flexibility, and efficiency. CSV, with its basic “comma separated values” structure, is easy to understand and work with, unlike more complex formats. It’s a collective idea, free from strict specifications, making it universally accessible. Plus, being text-based, CSV is easily readable and editable by humans. Surprisingly, reverse CSV is still valid, showcasing its unique qualities. So next time you reach for a data serialization format, don’t count out CSV – it may just surprise you with its magic. Signed: xan, the CSV magician.
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