Hi.
i have two data sets and am required to compare the name field in between both, however there are some inconsistencies - causing me to require pattern matching techniques in this case.
is stata anywhere near the capabilities of a language such as java for pattern matching techniques, do you think it would be better to use a c++ plugin to do this?
any tips would be welcome.
Amir
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