think this will work, have not tried it: char(int) returns a character rand() returns a random number between 0 and 1 (with loads of decimal places) round(int) rounds a number to a whole number.
so a random password generator could be SELECT char(round(rand()*100), round(rand()*100), round(rand()*100), round(rand()*100), round(rand()*100)) maybe stick some round(rand()*100)) at the end to add some numbers to your password. the char() will return some special characters ";'"£$" etc... so you will h ave to find what range they are in and adjust the rand()*100 part maybe if they are all in the low range you can do (rand()*100+10) I bet someone says there is a function like randompassword() now :| -- Dave ----- Original Message ----- From: Michael Mason To: 'MySQL Mailing List' Sent: Tuesday, July 13, 2004 1:25 AM Subject: Auto Generation Of Passwords I was wondering if it's possible to create a field in a MySQL Databse that automatically creates unique field values for use as a password for example Michael Mason Business Support Services Arras® People Tel: 01706 342310 Mobile: 07793 782287 Fax: 01706 642754 Member of the Recruitment Employment Confederation (00052055) The views expressed in this mail are entirely those of the sender, and do not necessarily represent the views or position of Arras Services Ltd. The information contained in this communication is confidential and may be legally privileged. It is intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom it is addressed and others authorised to receive it. If you are not the intended recipient you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or taking any action in relation to the contents of this information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. Neither the sender nor the represented institution is liable for the correct and complete transmission of the contents of this e-mail, or for its timely receipt.
