Memory Serialization

Memory serialization is the process of converting complex data structures into a flat format for storage or transmission. In trading, this is used to send order messages over the network or persist state to disk.

Efficient serialization is critical because it directly impacts the latency of communication between components. Binary serialization formats are preferred over text-based formats like JSON because they are faster to process and more compact.

The goal is to minimize the CPU time required to pack and unpack data, ensuring that the system can handle high message rates without becoming a bottleneck.