Convert CSV or Excel to Nested JSON (Dotted Headers)
Turn flat spreadsheet columns into nested JSON. Headers like dimensions.width and stock.qty become objects inside each row. This example pastes a small product CSV, no file needed. Paste your own CSV or give file links, and name your headers with dots.
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