Add id method to Faker::Internet module about faker HOT 3 OPEN

I think we already have Faker::Number.number that can be of use in this case. Also since we have a Faker::IDNumber generator, having another .id will make it confusing.

let(:user_id) { Faker::Number.number(digits: 10) }

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Hey @keshavbiswa,

Thanks for the input! I see where you're coming from with the availability of Faker::Number.number(digits: 10). It's definitely a handy feature for generating numeric identifiers.

However, having a dedicated Faker::Internet.id method could provide a more intuitive and semantic way of generating unique identifiers specifically for internet-related scenarios, like simulating user IDs or session tokens. It would align better with the context of internet-related data generation.

Additionally, while Faker::IDNumber is available, it might not be immediately obvious to users that it can be used for generating internet-related IDs. By having a separate .id method within the Faker::Internet module, we could provide clarity and ease of use for those specifically seeking internet-related identifiers.

So, while Faker::Number.number(digits: 10) is useful, having a dedicated Faker::Internet.id method could enhance the readability and usability of the Faker gem for scenarios where internet-related identifiers are needed.

Thanks for considering this perspective!

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Thanks for the suggestion @hubertjakubiak .

But I think a numeric identifier is a random positive number, so not sure if it's worth to add another generator if the random number generator solves the problem well.

Maybe if we had a database module with specific generators (serial, bigserial, uuid, etc.), maybe that would make sense. But Faker::Internet.id would not be very explicit on what's going to be generated. In my mind, an Internet ID can be pretty much anything.

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