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"name": "Random Data Generator",
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"content": "## Random data generator\n### Beginner-level workflow, revamped version\n### Zero coding and no external dependencies\nSometimes you need mock data to test your workflows. Here's the most simple and bullet-proof example: no coding and zero external dependencies.\n\n*Click on the image to watch the full tutorial*\n[](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3AVJFk3uXBg)"
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"content": "### These nodes create a combination of all possible values.\nWatch the YouTube video for details"
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"content": "### Sort and limit the number of output items"
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"content": "### You can do some additional post-processing here\nFor example, derive Email address based on the user name and surname"
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"value": "={{$json[\"firsname\"].replaceAll(\" \",\"\")}}.{{$json[\"lastname\"].replaceAll(\" \",\"\")}}@gmail.com"
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"content": "## Create source values for for the random generator\n\n**PRO TIP**: you can use [Ask AI](https://docs.n8n.io/code/ai-code/) in the cloud version to generate mock values once and then re-use them."
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This beginner-friendly workflow allows you to generate random mock data effortlessly, without any programming or external dependencies. 🚀
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