Re: random

From: Tomek Zielonka <tomek-lists(at)mult(dot)i(dot)pl>
To: PostgreSQL SQL <pgsql-sql(at)postgresql(dot)org>
Subject: Re: random
Date: 2001-03-07 12:56:48
Message-ID: 20010307135648.A1172@mult.i.pl
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On Wed, Mar 07, 2001 at 12:50:36PM +0100, Tomek Zielonka wrote:
> On Mon, Mar 05, 2001 at 02:12:15PM -0500, Jelle Ouwerkerk wrote:
> > Hi
> >
> > What would be the best way to select a random row from a result set?
> >
>
> Here's my approach. It allows to get random row from the table, not from result
> set in general. Maybe you will be able to modify it to fit your needs.

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> What do you think? Is it a good idea?

I tested it myself and unfortunately it doesn't work as should. I have to
rethink it.

greetings,
Tom

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