[SOLVED] Unique Node ID Across Worlds

[vcapote]

Hi,

We are looking to use some sort of inventory system across worlds, however we are using the node id to uniquely identify information about the object.

If we were to store this node id, and then recreate the node after loading into a new world/level using the same id - how likely would there be conflicts with the automatic node id's generated in the separate world file? Or is it recommended that we find another method of associating a unique identifier?

Thanks

[morbid]

Hello vcapote,

Node ID is unstable value. We do not recommend use them for object identification. Have you considered properties system? You can create and store your own IDs for the nodes and use them for node recreation.

Alternatively, you can store your node in a separate files: https://developer.unigine.com/en/docs/2.8/objects/nodes/reference/

Thanks.

[vcapote]

Hi Morbid - yes, we're also using the property system, so we can use it to store our own unique id. I was just curious if we could use the node-id for this purpose.

Thanks for your response!