A brief history of the UUID

6/17/2017

This blog post provides a brief history of the universally unique identifier (UUID), a standardized identifier used in computer systems and software. The article traces the origins of UUID back to the need for a unique identifier that could be generated across different servers and databases. It explains the purpose and structure of UUIDs, highlighting their importance in various applications such as database records, distributed systems, and data synchronization. The article also discusses the different versions and variants of UUIDs, including the most commonly used version 4. Overall, this blog post offers a concise overview of the history and significance of UUIDs in the world of computer science.

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