In Web Player on Linux, IronPython script fails with error "Could not add reference to assembly System.Web.Extensions"
Article ID: KB0070298
Updated On:
| Products | Versions |
|---|---|
| Spotfire Web Player | All supported versions |
Description
The following error is thrown when an IronPython script attempts to reference the System.Web.Extensions assembly while running in a Spotfire Web Player that is hosted on Linux:
"Could not execute script '...' Could not add reference to assembly System.Web.Extensions"
Environment
Resolution
Resolution:
1. Host the Web Player on a Windows server, or
2. Refactor your IronPython script to use different libraries or Python modules that are available on Linux.
Explanation:
System.Web.Extensions are closely tied to ASP.NET and Windows environments, which are incompatible with Spotfire Web Player running on Linux. Instead, consider libraries compatible with .NET 6 or .NET Core for cross-platform functionality.
Issue/Introduction
Additional Information
1. Stackoverflow: How to Add System.Web.Extensions Assembly to .NET Core Project in VSCode
https://stackoverflow.com/questions/45687851/how-to-add-system-web-extensions-assembly-to-net-core-project-in-vscode
2. RealPython: Python Data Serialization Guide
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