[Numpy-discussion] seed for new random number generator

Hi everyone, The new numpy random interface (e.g. r=numpy.random.default_rng; r.random) is much faster than the old one (e.g. np.random.random). When converting code from the old style to the new style I miss having a way to set the seed of the RNG I tried: rng.bit_generator = np.random.PCG64(seed=42) # fails, with good error message rng.bit_generator.state['state']['state']=42 # has no effect, perhaps make this dict read-only? Is there a way to set the seed without creating a new RNG object? With kind regards, Pieter Eendebak