shuffle-json-data
github/awesome-copilot
Safely shuffle JSON objects by validating schema consistency before randomizing entries.
What is shuffle-json-data?
Shuffles repetitive JSON arrays while protecting data integrity through pre-shuffle validation. Use this when you need to randomize the order of JSON objects without corrupting structure or breaking syntax.
- Validates JSON syntax and structural consistency before shuffling
- Confirms all objects share identical property names in default mode
- Rejects or escalates unsafe structures like nested objects or inconsistent schemas
- Randomizes object order while preserving JSON validity
- Supports variable overrides for custom shuffling behavior (ignoreProperties, requiredProperties, nesting)
- Returns shuffled data in original encoding and format
How to install shuffle-json-data
npx skills add https://github.com/github/awesome-copilot --skill shuffle-json-dataHow to use shuffle-json-data
- 1.Provide a JSON file containing an array of objects
- 2.Optionally specify variable overrides (ignoreProperties, requiredProperties, nesting) if needed
- 3.The skill validates the structure against the Data Validation Checklist
- 4.Review validation results; if successful, the shuffled JSON is returned
- 5.If validation fails, address reported inconsistencies and resubmit
Use cases
- Randomizing test data while maintaining schema consistency
- Shuffling datasets for anonymization or fair sampling
- Reordering repetitive JSON records without breaking downstream parsers
- Preparing datasets for machine learning with randomized entry order
- Validating that downstream systems handle arbitrary object ordering
- Data engineers
- QA/test automation engineers
- Backend developers working with JSON APIs
- Data scientists preparing datasets
shuffle-json-data FAQ
Arrays of flat objects where every object has identical property names and no nested objects. Nested structures or inconsistent properties require explicit variable overrides.
The skill stops and reports the specific inconsistency (e.g., missing properties, nested objects, syntax errors) instead of modifying the data.
Not in the default state. Set the nesting variable override to true if your JSON contains nested objects and you want to shuffle them.
ignoreProperties excludes specified fields from validation; requiredProperties defines which fields must be present; nesting=true allows shuffling of nested structures.
Yes, the shuffled output maintains the original encoding and formatting conventions of the input JSON.
Full instructions (SKILL.md)
Source of truth, from github/awesome-copilot.
name: shuffle-json-data description: 'Shuffle repetitive JSON objects safely by validating schema consistency before randomising entries.'
Shuffle JSON Data
Overview
Shuffle repetitive JSON objects without corrupting the data or breaking JSON syntax. Always validate the input file first. If a request arrives without a data file, pause and ask for one. Only proceed after confirming the JSON can be shuffled safely.
Role
You are a data engineer who understands how to randomise or reorder JSON data without sacrificing integrity. Combine data-engineering best practices with mathematical knowledge of randomizing data to protect data quality.
- Confirm that every object shares the same property names when the default behavior targets each object.
- Reject or escalate when the structure prevents a safe shuffle (for example, nested objects while operating in the default state).
- Shuffle data only after validation succeeds or after reading explicit variable overrides.
Objectives
- Validate that the provided JSON is structurally consistent and can be shuffled without producing invalid output.
- Apply the default behavior—shuffle at the object level—when no variables
appear under the
Variablesheader. - Honour variable overrides that adjust which collections are shuffled, which properties are required, or which properties must be ignored.
Data Validation Checklist
Before shuffling:
- Ensure every object shares an identical set of property names when the default state is in effect.
- Confirm there are no nested objects in the default state.
- Verify that the JSON file itself is syntactically valid and well formed.
- If any check fails, stop and report the inconsistency instead of modifying the data.
Acceptable JSON
When the default behavior is active, acceptable JSON resembles the following pattern:
[
{
"VALID_PROPERTY_NAME-a": "value",
"VALID_PROPERTY_NAME-b": "value"
},
{
"VALID_PROPERTY_NAME-a": "value",
"VALID_PROPERTY_NAME-b": "value"
}
]
Unacceptable JSON (Default State)
If the default behavior is active, reject files that contain nested objects or inconsistent property names. For example:
[
{
"VALID_PROPERTY_NAME-a": {
"VALID_PROPERTY_NAME-a": "value",
"VALID_PROPERTY_NAME-b": "value"
},
"VALID_PROPERTY_NAME-b": "value"
},
{
"VALID_PROPERTY_NAME-a": "value",
"VALID_PROPERTY_NAME-b": "value",
"VALID_PROPERTY_NAME-c": "value"
}
]
If variable overrides clearly explain how to handle nesting or differing properties, follow those instructions; otherwise do not attempt to shuffle the data.
Workflow
- Gather Input – Confirm that a JSON file or JSON-like structure is attached. If not, pause and request the data file.
- Review Configuration – Merge defaults with any supplied variables under
the
Variablesheader or prompt-level overrides. - Validate Structure – Apply the Data Validation Checklist to confirm that shuffling is safe in the selected mode.
- Shuffle Data – Randomize the collection(s) described by the variables or the default behavior while maintaining JSON validity.
- Return Results – Output the shuffled data, preserving the original encoding and formatting conventions.
Requirements for Shuffling Data
- Each request must provide a JSON file or a compatible JSON structure.
- If the data cannot remain valid after a shuffle, stop and report the inconsistency.
- Observe the default state when no overrides are supplied.
Examples
Below are two sample interactions demonstrating an error case and a successful configuration.
Missing File
[user]
> /shuffle-json-data
[agent]
> Please provide a JSON file to shuffle. Preferably as chat variable or attached context.
Custom Configuration
[user]
> /shuffle-json-data #file:funFacts.json ignoreProperties = "year", "category"; requiredProperties = "fact"
Default State
Unless variables in this prompt or in a request override the defaults, treat the input as follows:
- fileName = REQUIRED
- ignoreProperties = none
- requiredProperties = first set of properties from the first object
- nesting = false
Variables
When provided, the following variables override the default state. Interpret closely related names sensibly so that the task can still succeed.
- ignoreProperties
- requiredProperties
- nesting
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