Generate UUIDs and ULIDs for Unique Identifiers
Create random UUIDs (v4) or time‑sortable ULIDs for database keys, test data, and distributed systems. ULIDs are lexicographically sortable, which helps with indexing and logs.
Choosing an ID Type
- UUID v4: Simple, widely supported, good general default.
- ULID: Sorts by time, base32 output, friendly for logs and URLs.
Guidance
- Avoid guessable identifiers for sensitive resources.
- Let databases generate IDs when possible to avoid collisions.