How do I convert a directory path to a unique numerical identifier (Linux/C++)?
问题 I am investigating ways to take a directory (folder) and derive some form of unique numerical identifier. I have investigated "string to hash" methods, however, the Pigeon Hole Principle means that one can never derive a truely unique number for every single string. String to unique hash is no good. I have recently been investigating other means of achieving my goal and thus have the following question to ask: Directory time stamps - how 'unique' are they? To what resolution are the time