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pg_testgen

Generate random integers, strings, and test-data rows for PostgreSQL development

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Overview

Packagepg_testgen
Version1.0
RepositoryUnspecified
Extension typeStandard
Requires CREATE EXTENSIONYes
Requires preloadNo
TrustedNo
RelocatableYes
Stars10
Latest commit2023-03-03
Catalogue updated2026-08-30

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See also

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randomrandom data generator
randomstringrandomstring: generate pseudo-random text and bytea values
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pgrandGenerates random test data through a PostgreSQL FDW, with an experimental table access method.
numpgsqlArray and numerical computing library for PostgreSQL
short_idsPL/pgSQL generator for short random text IDs with collision checks and transaction advisory locks.
pcg_randomPCG pseudo-random number generator functions for PostgreSQL.