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# ramsey/uuid
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ramsey/uuid is a PHP library for generating and working with universally unique
identifiers (UUIDs).
This project adheres to a [Contributor Code of Conduct][conduct]. By
participating in this project and its community, you are expected to uphold this
code.
Much inspiration for this library came from the [Java][javauuid] and
[Python][pyuuid] UUID libraries.
## Installation
The preferred method of installation is via [Composer][]. Run the following
command to install the package and add it as a requirement to your project's
`composer.json`:
```bash
composer require ramsey/uuid
```
## Upgrading to Version 4
See the documentation for a thorough upgrade guide:
* [Upgrading ramsey/uuid Version 3 to 4](https://uuid.ramsey.dev/en/latest/upgrading/3-to-4.html)
## Documentation
Please see <https://uuid.ramsey.dev> for documentation, tips, examples, and
frequently asked questions.
## Contributing
Contributions are welcome! Please read [CONTRIBUTING.md][] for details.
## Copyright and License
The ramsey/uuid library is copyright © [Ben Ramsey](https://benramsey.com/) and
licensed for use under the MIT License (MIT). Please see [LICENSE][] for more
information.
[rfc4122]: http://tools.ietf.org/html/rfc4122
[conduct]: https://github.com/ramsey/uuid/blob/master/.github/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md
[javauuid]: http://docs.oracle.com/javase/6/docs/api/java/util/UUID.html
[pyuuid]: http://docs.python.org/3/library/uuid.html
[composer]: http://getcomposer.org/
[contributing.md]: https://github.com/ramsey/uuid/blob/master/.github/CONTRIBUTING.md
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[source]: https://github.com/ramsey/uuid
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[license]: https://github.com/ramsey/uuid/blob/master/LICENSE
[php]: https://php.net
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