The problem with using a UUID primary key in MySQL
TIL: in uuid v4 the first position in the third segment of the uuid will always be 4 oO
weeklyfoo #25 / 2024-03-25uuids
📰 uuids
The UX of UUIDs
Unique identifiers play a crucial role in all applications, from user authentication to resource management. While using a standard UUID will satisfy all your security concerns, there’s a lot we can improve for our users.
weeklyfoo #28 / 2024-04-15uuids
What are the odds?
Do you worry about UUID collisions? Your data center is more likely to be destroyed in a nuclear strike. Prioritize what matters.
weeklyfoo #58 / 2024-11-11uuids