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MAKEID: Stata module to create a unique ID for every observation in the dataset

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  • Benjamin Daniels

    (World Bank)

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Stata

Abstract

makeid creates a unique ID for every observation in the dataset. These IDs are coded and nested, based on strata-type variables which uniquely identify the observations. For example, given a variable list such as country state district name, a unique ID is returned for every observation such that: 1. Country code in the ID is fully unique 2. State code in the ID is unique within country 3. District code in the ID is unique within country and state 4. Each name has a unique ID within country, state, and district.

Suggested Citation

  • Benjamin Daniels, 2019. "MAKEID: Stata module to create a unique ID for every observation in the dataset," Statistical Software Components S458590, Boston College Department of Economics.
    • Handle: RePEc:boc:bocode:s458590
    Note: This module should be installed from within Stata by typing "ssc install makeid". The module is made available under terms of the GPL v3 (https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.txt). Windows users should not attempt to download these files with a web browser.
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