Add `utils.toJson(obj)` function to convert an object to a JSON string

[JonnyWong16]

Description

Add utils.toJson(obj) function to convert an object to a JSON string

Type of change

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• [x] New feature (non-breaking change which adds functionality)
• [x] This change requires a documentation update

Checklist:

• [x] My code follows the style guidelines of this project
• [x] I have performed a self-review of my own code
• [ ] I have commented my code, particularly in hard-to-understand areas
• [x] I have added or updated the docstring for new or existing methods
• [x] I have added tests when applicable