jq: JSON Data Extraction Tool

Always invoke jq skill to extract JSON fields - do not execute bash commands directly.

Use jq to extract specific fields from JSON files without loading entire file contents into context.

When to Use jq vs Read

Use jq when:

• Need specific field(s) from structured data file
• File is large (>50 lines) and only need subset
• Querying nested structures
• Filtering/transforming data
• Saves 80-95% context vs reading entire file

Just use Read when:

• File is small (<50 lines)
• Need to understand overall structure
• Making edits (need full context anyway)