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# [Understanding the 'object' Datatype to transform nested JSON keys](https://blog.mydevdiary.net/understanding-the-object-datatype-to-transform-nested-json-keys?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Recently, I got to experience my first (mock) technical interview where I was asked to transform a valid JSON string's keys from kebab-case to camelCase . Part 1: A Single JSON string // example input const exampleJson = \`{ "first-name": "Brando...

Sep 28, 2020 · 7 min read · blog.mydevdiary.net  
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I'm a life-long, self-directed learner with a love for libraries, documentation, and all things tech. Currently serving the people at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh 📚 Formerly @ Codédex 👾 and Codecademy 🧑🏻‍💻 Extracurriculars (in no particular order): 🧑🏻‍🍳 Cooking 📖 Reading (mostly non-fic of all kinds) 🎸 Listening to/playing music 🎙️ Enjoying awesome podcasts. 🏃🏻 Running, walking, moving in general! :D Thanks for reading!

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