NuGet is now fully integrated into MSBuild
In the past, NuGet packages were managed in two different ways – packages.config and project.json – each with their own sets of advantages and limitations. With Visual Studio 2017, we have revamped the NuGet package management experience by introducing PackageReference. PackageReference brings new and improved features such as deep MSBuild integration, improved performance for everyday tasks such as install and restore, multi-targeting and more.
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