Understand the differences between UUID v1, v4, v5, and v7. Learn which UUID version to use for databases, APIs, and distributed systems.
GUID and UUID are often used interchangeably, but there are subtle differences. Learn what sets them apart and when each term applies.
Should you use UUIDs as primary keys? Learn the trade-offs, performance implications, and best practices for UUIDs in PostgreSQL, MySQL, and more.
Code examples for generating UUIDs in every major programming language. Copy-paste snippets for JavaScript, Python, Java, Go, and more.
Compare UUID alternatives like ULID, NanoID, CUID, and short UUIDs. Learn when to use each and their trade-offs for unique ID generation.
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