JSON Storage Migration

[metaory]

Transitions void from protobuf to JSON storage format

KEY CHANGES

• Replaces protobuf with JSON storage
• Removes protobuf dependency
• Adds migration tool for existing databases
• Maintains data compatibility
• Reduces codebase complexity

BENEFITS

• Human Readable: Data inspectable/editable with any text editor
• Debuggable: Easy examination of corrupted files
• Portable: Universal format support across tools/languages
• Versionable: Clean diffs in version control
• Minimal: Only essential data stored

MIGRATION

Existing users can migrate their databases using the provided script:

scripts/migrate.sh path/to/old/database path/to/new.json

NOTES

• Auto-generated data excluded from storage:
  • Node coordinates (auto-arranged)
  • Colors (randomly generated)
  • Selection state
  • Ephemeral UI state

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RESOLVES

• backing up .void.db file #47
• Any way to export? #48