The GhostXML plugin allows users to create custom devices for XML and JSON data sources.

The purpose of the GhostXML plugin is to interface with XML and JSON files (web-based or on the local machine) and parse the XML to device states. If the structure of the XML or JSON changes over time, the plugin will pick up the new structure and add the states automatically. Similarly, if the XML or JSON source drops keys from the data, those states will disappear from the device states list.

As noted above, the plugin supports XML and JSON feeds. It also includes the ability to perform variable substitutions within a URL, and provides a facility for Basic and Digest Authentication for downloading data from sites that require a username and password.

Note

The plugin's need for Internet access will depend on the data sources used. If you limit use to data sources on your internal network, the only aspect of the plugin that requires Internet access is to check for plugin software updates. These features are not required to use the plugin.