Explore the development of a high-performance JSON protocol in this JSConf talk by Daniel Austin. Delve into the motivation, goals, and design decisions behind the "scratch" protocol. Learn about the advantages of using UDP, the challenges faced during development, and the reasons for choosing JSON. Examine test results, including packet loss scenarios, and understand the protocol's network-friendly approach. Discover the current state of the project, future plans for improvement, and potential applications. Engage with the speaker's vision for smarter and faster data transmission in this informative 47-minute presentation that concludes with a Q&A session.