Which file type is acceptable for batch ingesting files from S3 into AEP using the data ingestion API?

The accepted file type for batch ingesting files from S3 into Adobe Experience Platform (AEP) using the data ingestion API is JSON. This is due to JSON's structured format, which allows for complex nested data structures and is widely used in data interchange. JSON facilitates the efficient transmission and parsing of the data, making it particularly suitable for applications that involve APIs and data ingestion processes.

When using the data ingestion API, the structured nature of JSON also ensures that the schema of the data being ingested can be clearly understood and validated against AEP's data schema. This is crucial in maintaining data integrity and coherence within the platform. JSON is also favored for its lightweight and human-readable format, making it easy to debug and work with during development.

While CSV and XML are also common file formats for data handling, they do not offer the same advantages as JSON in the context of the Adobe Experience Platform's ingestion API. CSV is limited to flat data structures and lacks the ability to represent nested objects effectively. XML, on the other hand, tends to be more verbose and less performant for data ingestion in comparison to JSON. TXT files do not have a standardized structure and are typically not suitable for data ingestion processes requiring schema validation. Thus, for batch ingestion into