How do I use JavaScriptSerializer in ASP.NET 5 RC 1?

Question

In earlier versions of ASP.NET, System.Web.Script.Serialization.JavaScriptSerializer was available. usage:

Dictionary<string, object> sample = (Dictionary<string, object>)new JavaScriptSerializer().DeserializeObject("...");

In ASP.NET 5 RC 1, JavaScriptSerializer does not seem to be available, by default.

1. How do I add JavaScriptSerializer in ASP.NET 5 RC 1?
2. Since System.Web is not available in the new version, is there any alternative?

Answer 1

Use Json.NET to serialize/deserialize json.