advance-username-generator
v2.1.2
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advance-username-generator is a simple Node.js package that provides a utility function to generate unique usernames. It can be used in applications where a random or unique username is required, such as user registration systems, chat applications, or an
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Username Generator
Description
usernameGenerator
is a flexible JavaScript library designed to integrate seamlessly with Express.js controllers. It efficiently generates unique usernames based on user-provided criteria without blocking the event loop, ideal for handling HTTP requests within an Express application.
Installation
Install the package using npm:
npm install username-generator
Features
- Asynchronous Username Generation: Perfect for real-time web applications.
- Customizable: Supports custom lengths, inclusion of symbols, and various separators.
- Express Compatibility: Optimized for use within Express.js server environments.
API Reference
usernameGenerator(options: UsernameGeneratorInput): Promise<string>
Generates a unique username based on provided options.
Parameters
- fullName (string): The user's full name from which the username will be generated.
- usedUsernames (string[]): An array of usernames already in use to ensure uniqueness.
- minLength (number): Optional. Minimum length of the username, default is 8 characters.
- allowSymbols (boolean): Optional. Whether to include symbols, default is false.
- separator (string): Optional. Character to replace spaces in names, default is an empty string.
Returns
- Promise: A promise that resolves to the generated username.
Example Usage
Below is an example of how usernameGenerator
can be used:
import { usernameGenerator, UsernameGeneratorInput } from 'username-generator';
async function generateAndLogUsername() {
const options: UsernameGeneratorInput = {
fullName: 'John Doe', // Full name
usedUsernames: ['johndoe', 'john_doe', 'johndoe1'], // List of used usernames
allowSymbols: false, // Symbols allowed in username
minLength: 6, // Minimum length of the username
separator: '_', // Separator between first and last name
};
try {
const username = await usernameGenerator(options); // Generate username
console.log('Generated Username:', username); // Log the generated username
} catch (error) {
console.error('Error during username generation:', error); // Log error if username generation fails
}
}
generateAndLogUsername(); // Call the function to generate and log a username
This example demonstrates how the usernameGenerator
function can be used to generate a username with customized options.
Support
For support, issues, or further documentation, please visit our GitHub repository.