stata

Standardize Stata data cleaning workflows with coding standards and documentation.

7|5|Updated Sep 16, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/PovertyAction/ipa-stata-template --skill stata-povertyaction
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Skill: stata
Source: https://github.com/PovertyAction/ipa-stata-template/tree/main/.claude/skills/stata
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/PovertyAction/ipa-stata-template --skill stata-povertyaction

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Stata data cleaning and analysis skill addresses the need for reproducible, well-documented workflows by standardizing how researchers import data, manage variables, apply IPA/DIME Analytics coding standards, and document decisions across Stata projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Core Principles: Reproducible code, defensive checks, and thorough documentation aligned with no-PII practices.
  • Data Cleaning Workflow: Import, deidentify, clean, and construct analysis variables following a structured pipeline.
  • Use Cases: Cleaning survey data, preparing analysis-ready datasets, and maintaining project-wide documentation and codebooks.

Quick Start

Apply the Stata data cleaning and analysis standards to your dataset by following the guidelines in this guide.

Frequently Asked Questions about stata

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I create reproducible Stata data cleaning workflows for survey datasets?▼

Reproducible Stata data cleaning workflows are created by standardizing data import, variable management, and documentation. This approach enforces IPA/DIME analytics coding standards and defensive checks to ensure reliable analyses across survey and administrative datasets.

What is the best way to structure Stata projects for reliable analysis?▼

The best way to structure Stata projects for reliable analysis is by applying a clear project structure with defensible reviews. This standardizes how researchers import data, manage variables, and document decisions across Stata projects to maintain project-wide documentation.

How do I enforce coding standards and defensible reviews in Stata?▼

Coding standards and defensible reviews in Stata are enforced by applying IPA/DIME Analytics guidelines. This ensures reproducible code, thorough documentation, and defensive checks aligned with no-PII practices throughout the data cleaning pipeline.

Can I use this Stata workflow for both survey and administrative datasets?▼

Yes, this Stata workflow applies to both survey and administrative datasets. It covers the complete data cleaning pipeline, including importing, deidentifying, cleaning, and constructing analysis variables for reliable analyses.

How do I handle missing values and quality checks during Stata data management?▼

Missing values and quality checks are handled during Stata data management by applying defensive checks throughout the cleaning pipeline. This ensures data quality and reliability when preparing analysis-ready datasets and maintaining project-wide codebooks.

Does this Stata data management approach support deidentification and no-PII practices?▼

Yes, this Stata data management approach supports deidentification and no-PII practices. It integrates core principles of reproducible code and thorough documentation to safely deidentify survey data before constructing analysis variables.