Why do so many tools have JSON config files?

Why do so many tools have JSON config files‽ Commenting why options have been set the way they have is just such a basic thing to want to do… Why do tech people have such an aversion to writing things down⁇
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Summary

Many tech tools use JSON for configuration, but the lack of comments in these files raises questions about clarity and documentation. The discussion highlights a common frustration among developers regarding the importance of clear communication in code.

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