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Extensions / Functions and aggregates

pg_random_string

Generates an alphanumeric string of a requested length with a C function.

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Overview

Packagepg_random_string
Version0.0.1
RepositoryUnspecified
Extension typeStandard
Requires CREATE EXTENSIONYes
Requires preloadNo
TrustedNo
RelocatableYes
Stars1
Latest commit2019-12-26
Catalogue updated2026-08-30

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