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A simple universally unique ID generation library.

Ruby ◇ developer-tools Apache-2.0
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uuidtools gained 11 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 429. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 24 stars a year. It ranks #457 among Ruby repositories and #6,868 across all languages on GitHubRepo.

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💡 Overview

uuidtools is an open-source project written in Ruby: A simple universally unique ID generation library.

Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in Ruby. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.

⚡ Key Features

1

Optimized execution pipeline written in Ruby for predictable speed.

2

Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.

3

Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.

4

Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.

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Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.

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Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.

📥 Installation

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$ git clone https://github.com/sporkmonger/uuidtools.git
cd uuidtools

⚙ System Requirements

Platforms

  • • macOS
  • • Linux
  • • Windows

Runtime & Dependencies

Ruby >= 3.1 with Bundler

Architecture

x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)

🧠 How It Works

uuidtools coordinates its core functionality through a modular Ruby pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.

🎯 Production Use Cases

Production System Integration

Embed uuidtools into Ruby backend services to handle core application logic.

CI/CD Automated Pipelines

Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.

Developer Tooling & Workflows

Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.

Open Source Extension

Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open Apache-2.0 license.

🚀 Getting Started

1

Install uuidtools using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/sporkmonger/uuidtools.git`

2

Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for uuidtools.

3

Import uuidtools into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.

4

Execute your test suite or run `uuidtools --help` to verify successful setup.

👍 Strengths

Active community backing with 429 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the Apache-2.0 license.
Built in Ruby for high execution speed and developer familiarity.
Cross-platform compatibility across modern Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Clean modular design allowing flexible configuration and pipeline integration.

⚠️ Considerations

Requires familiarity with Ruby and modern CLI workflows.
Ecosystem extensions may require manual configuration depending on environment constraints.
Active development roadmap means breaking API changes may occur across major versions.

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👥 Who Should Use This

Developers and engineering teams building with Ruby, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.

🏆 Nearby in the Rankings

sporkmonger/uuidtools is currently ranked #6,868 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does uuidtools do? +

A simple universally unique ID generation library.

What language is uuidtools written in? +

The primary language is Ruby. Topics include: software.

Is uuidtools actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Nov 24, 2025 with 3 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does uuidtools have? +

uuidtools has 429 stars and 61 forks on GitHub.

How does uuidtools rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 429 stars, sporkmonger/uuidtools is ranked #6,868 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #457 among Ruby projects.

What license is uuidtools distributed under? +

The repository reports a Apache-2.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.

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