Launched January 6, 2026
Data Simulator
SharePoint Data Testing
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Simulate real-world Microsoft 365 scenarios with ProApps365 Data Simulator. Generate realistic test data, streamline app development, and validate solutions in a secure, controlled environment.
Data Simulator generates realistic dummy records for SharePoint lists to aid testing and development.
- for
- SharePoint developers and administrators needing test data
- pricing
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works withSharePoint
Key features
5 features of Data Simulator
- Column selection — Choose which list columns to populate with dummy data.
- Record count control — Specify the number of dummy records to generate.
- Data type customization — Select data types for each column using Faker library.
- Numeric boundaries — Set minimum and maximum values for numeric fields.
- User-friendly UI — Intuitive popup interface accessible from the SharePoint command bar.
Use cases
- Populate a new SharePoint list with sample employee records for UI testing
- Generate large datasets to benchmark list performance
- Create dummy project data to validate workflow automations
- Prepare realistic data for client demos of SharePoint apps
Data Simulator vs alternatives
 Data Simulator |  FakerAPI | .png?width=64) Chiplab by Veecle | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Custom SharePoint list data generation | General-purpose fake data generation | Firmware testing without hardware |
| Pricing | Null | Subscription | Subscription |
| DevHunt upvotes | 0 | 18 | 19 |
| Launched | Jan 2026 | Jan 2023 | Sep 2026 |
- Data Simulator vs FakerAPI: FakerAPI is a generic API for generating fake data, while Data Simulator targets SharePoint lists directly.
- Data Simulator vs Chiplab by Veecle: Chiplab provides virtual chip testing for firmware, unrelated to SharePoint data generation.
Data Simulator FAQ
What permissions are required to use Data Simulator?+
You need appropriate permissions on the target SharePoint list to add items.
Do I need any additional software installed?+
Only a compatible SharePoint environment; the tool uses the Faker library internally.
Can I limit the range of numeric values?+
Yes, you can define minimum and maximum boundaries for numeric columns.
Is support provided for the tool?+
The author offers assistance with technical questions, bug reports, and third-party assets, but not installation services.
How do I start generating data?+
Open the SharePoint list, click the “Generate Dummy Data” command set button, configure options in the popup, and run.
Summarized by DevHunt from proapps365.com · Oct 1, 2026. Details may change; check the official site.
