Introduction to Seeding

Learn about DB seeding along with its implementation in Laravel.

Introduction to DB seeds

Database seeding is a set of processes for populating a database with placeholder testing data. This data can be used for testing, development, or providing a baseline for the application.

In the section below, we’ll discuss database seed usage in web applications.

Consistent testing environment

During software development, in-depth testing can be invaluable for finding bugs and potential inconsistencies in the implementation of the logic. By utilizing database seeds, developers can create a consistent and reliable testing environment. This ensures that every time tests are run, the database contains the same set of initial data, reducing the variability of test results and making it easier to reproduce and diagnose issues.

Deployment configuration

At the time of deployment, a system can go ...