Moduleid

Moduleid is an identifier used to uniquely name a software module within a system or repository. The term is not universal, and its precise meaning depends on the platform or language in use. In most contexts, a moduleid serves as a stable reference that distinguishes one module from others across versions and deployments.

Common forms of module identifiers include numeric IDs, alphanumeric strings, GUIDs or UUIDs, and composite keys that combine organization, module name, and version. Some ecosystems use a hierarchical or namespace-based approach, where the moduleid encodes both origin and scope to prevent collisions in large registries.

The primary roles of a moduleid are dependency resolution, dynamic loading, caching, logging, configuration, and auditing. By using a unique identifier, tools can locate the correct module, verify compatibility, and retrieve metadata such as version, dependencies, and packaging details. Moduleids also support reproducible builds and traceability in deployment pipelines.

Management of moduleids varies by ecosystem. They are typically assigned by a module registry or build system and should remain unique within a given namespace or repository. Depending on the system, the moduleid may stay constant across updates (with the version component changing) or may be replaced when substantial API changes occur.

Examples across ecosystems illustrate the concept. In OSGi, modules (bundles) carry symbolic names and versions; Linux kernel modules are referenced by name during loading; and package registries use coordinates that uniquely identify a module variant. In all cases, the moduleid functions as the key reference for identification and retrieval.

In sum, moduleid is a general concept describing a unique identifier for software modules, with specifics dictated by the surrounding platform and tooling.