Get-XKCDPassword

Get-XKCDPassword is a PowerShell module for generating memorable passwords in the style of the famous XKCD comic. The passwords consist of random words, customizable delimiters, and a two-digit number at the end. This module dynamically loads an external word list for flexibility and modularity.

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Features

• Memorable Passwords: Generates passwords using random words.
• Customizable Options:
  • Set the minimum number of words.
  • Define the minimum password length.
  • Specify a custom delimiter (e.g., _, -, ., etc.).
• Color-Coded Output:
  • Numbers are displayed in red.
  • Special characters (delimiters) are displayed in blue.
  • Letters remain in the default console color.
• Dynamic Word List: Uses an external dictionary (words.txt) stored in the module folder.
• Cross-Platform: Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux with modern PowerShell.

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Installation

Copy and Paste the following command to install this package using PowerShellGet

Install-Module -Name get-xkcdpassword

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Usage

Generate a Single Password with Default Settings

Get-XKCDPassword

Example Output (colors visible in supported consoles):

Correct-Horse-42

Generate Multiple Passwords with Custom Options

Get-XKCDPassword -MinimalWordsCount 4 -MinimalCharactersCount 15 -Delimiter "_" -List 3

Example Output:

Apple_Banana_Cloud_19
Orange_Melon_Storm_84
Peach_River_Sunshine_55

Parameters

Parameter	Description	Default Value
-MinimalWordsCount	Minimum number of words in the password.	2
-MinimalCharactersCount	Minimum total length of the password (including delimiters and numbers).	10
-Delimiter	Character(s) used to separate words.	"-"
-List	Number of passwords to generate.	1

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File Structure

The module folder contains the following files:

get-xkcdpassword/
│-- get-xkcdpassword.psd1      # Module manifest with metadata.
│-- get-xkcdpassword.psm1      # Main script containing the Get-XKCDPassword function.
│-- words.txt                  # External dictionary used for password generation.

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Requirements

• PowerShell Version: Requires PowerShell 5.1 or later.
• Console Support: Color-coded output works in modern consoles like Windows Terminal, macOS Terminal, and Linux shells.

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Credits

Word List

The word list (words.txt) is sourced from Michael Wehar's Public Domain Word Lists. This list is in the public domain and can be freely reused or modified.

Inspiration

Inspired by XKCD's "Password Strength" comic.

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