Stata is commercial software, not open-source. However, StataCorp offers free video tutorials, and many universities provide site licenses for students.
The reporting commands putdocx, putpdf, and putexcel were enhanced to allow easier insertion of statistical tables, estimation results, and graphics directly into Word, PDF, and Excel reports. This supports a “one-click” workflow for generating manuscript drafts. Stata 18
Stata 18 simplifies the transition from analysis to publication-ready documents. Stata is commercial software, not open-source
For journals requiring specific color palettes (e.g., The American Economic Review blue), Stata 18 includes from major publications. Stata 18, released by StataCorp in April 2023,
Stata 18, released by StataCorp in April 2023, represents a significant leap forward in statistical software, blending traditional robustness with cutting-edge analytical techniques. It builds on Stata’s renowned ease of use, reproducibility, and documentation while introducing major advancements in causal inference, Bayesian analysis, reporting, and data visualization.
A significant addition for handling model uncertainty by considering a range of potential models rather than a single "best" one.