Ah I see. I only used it since the beginning and I hated it and didn't go back. Certainly didn't explore json options :) Thanks!
I really hate working on windows too and our company is tightening stuff down so crazily that I can hardly work anymore so I mostly work on my home lab in Linux and transfer stuff there. Totally not allowed by my employer but they make it impossible for me to work otherwise.
Having tried various alternatives for prolonged periods, it is currently IMHO the best option when you have to work on Windows.
Mac and Linux options are just vastly ahead.