What is the Rails Faker gem and how can I use it?

What is the Rails Faker gem and how can I use it?

The Rails Faker gem is a library that helps you generate fake data for your applications, useful for testing.

Can you give me an example of how to use it in a Rails project?

Sure! First, add gem 'faker' to your Gemfile and run bundle install. Then, you can use it like this: Faker::Name.name.

What kind of data can I generate with Faker?

You can generate names, addresses, phone numbers, emails, and much more! It's very versatile.

Is it safe to use Faker data in production?

No, Faker data is meant for testing and development only. Avoid using it in production environments.