FakerForge Lets You Generate Realistic Dummy Data for Excel Spreadsheets Free

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FakerForge is a free online tool that generates realistic dummy data for spreadsheet templates, exporting results as CSV files compatible with Excel, Google Sheets, and similar apps. Users define their columns using plain-language schema descriptions, and the tool automatically maps each column to an appropriate data type — assigning real-looking emails, valid dates, and sensible prices accordingly. Custom value constraints can also be applied, such as limiting a category column to a specific list of options. The free plan supports up to 100 rows per table, which the developers say is sufficient for most mockups, demos, and formula testing. The tool is positioned as an alternative to manual data entry or repurposing real customer data, both of which carry practical and compliance drawbacks.

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Salam: New Programming Language Supports English, Persian, and Arabic Coding

Salam is a newly introduced general-purpose programming language designed to be accessible, fast, and easy to read. It uniquely supports coding in three languages — English, Persian, and Arabic — aiming to remove traditional language barriers in software development. The language can be used to build native applications and websites, and includes built-in layout tools for web creation. Developers can try Salam instantly via a browser-based playground or install an official Visual Studio Code extension for local development. The project is community-driven, with collaboration channels available on GitHub, Discord, and Telegram.

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GitHub Actions workflow can automatically block blog PRs with SEO errors

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AI Research Tool Uncovers Potential Hidden Bias in Goldbach's Conjecture Analysis

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