statacons: An SCons-based build tool for Stata

In this article, we present statacons, an SCons-based build tool for Stata. Because of the integration of Stata and Python in recent versions of Stata, we are able to adapt SCons for Stata workflows without the use of an external shell or extensive configuration. We discuss the usefulness of build t...

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Published in:The Stata journal 2023-03, Vol.23 (1), p.148-196
Main Authors: Guiteras, Raymond P., Kim, Ahnjeong, Quistorff, Brian, Shumway, Clayson
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Language:English
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Summary:In this article, we present statacons, an SCons-based build tool for Stata. Because of the integration of Stata and Python in recent versions of Stata, we are able to adapt SCons for Stata workflows without the use of an external shell or extensive configuration. We discuss the usefulness of build tools generally, provide examples of the use of statacons in Stata workflows, present key elements of the syntax of statacons, and discuss extensions, alternatives, and limitations. We provide recommendations for collaborative workflows and, at the end of the article, installation instructions.
ISSN:1536-867X
1536-8734
DOI:10.1177/1536867X231162032