Redis Keys: RANDOMKEY

Redis RANDOMKEY Command

Redis RANDOMKEY command is used to get a random key from currently selected redis database.

Here are some common uses and scenarios for the "RANDOMKEY" command:

• Sampling: Select random keys for statistical analysis or sampling purposes.
• Load Testing: Randomly access keys to simulate load on the Redis instance.
• Monitoring: Inspect random keys to check for unexpected or outlier data.
• Debugging: Retrieve random keys for troubleshooting or debugging purposes.

Syntax:

RANDOMKEY

Available since

1.0.0.

Return Value

Bulk String reply:

a random key or nil, if a database is empty.

Return Value Type

String

Example: Redis RANDOMKEY

First, create some keys in redis and set some values in it.

127.0.0.1:6379[1]> RANDOMKEY
"KEY"
127.0.0.1:6379[1]> RANDOMKEY
"key1"

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