cron-scheduler

Parse, validate, and explain cron expressions with future run times.

84|15|Updated Dec 31, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AIDotNet/MoYuCode --skill cron-scheduler
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Skill: cron-scheduler
Source: https://github.com/AIDotNet/MoYuCode/tree/main/skills/tools/cron-scheduler
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AIDotNet/MoYuCode --skill cron-scheduler

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users understand, validate, and calculate the next run times for cron expressions, simplifying task scheduling and automation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Explain Cron Expressions: Provides a human-readable explanation of what a given cron expression means.
  • Calculate Next Runs: Determines the upcoming execution times for a specified cron schedule.
  • Validate Expressions: Checks if a cron expression is syntactically correct.
  • Use Case: A user needs to schedule a daily backup at 2 AM but is unsure about the correct cron syntax. They can use this Skill to generate and verify the expression.

Quick Start

Explain the cron expression "0 9 * * 1-5".

Frequently Asked Questions about cron-scheduler

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I calculate the next run time for a cron expression?

To calculate the next run time for a cron expression, parse and validate the syntax to determine the upcoming execution times for your specified task scheduling automation. This simplifies tracking future job runs.

What does a cron expression like "0 9 * * 1-5" mean?

A cron expression like "0 9 * * 1-5" means a human-readable schedule for task automation, specifically running jobs at 9 AM Monday through Friday. The helper explains these syntax details clearly.

How do I generate a cron expression from a natural language description?

You can generate cron syntax from natural language descriptions like scheduling a daily backup at 2 AM. The helper translates your text into valid cron expressions for system administration jobs.

Do I need Python to validate cron expressions for task scheduling?

Yes, you need Python 3 with standard libraries for date and time manipulation to validate cron expressions. It checks the syntactic correctness of your scheduling syntax natively.

Why is my cron expression not working for my scheduled jobs?

Your cron expression for scheduled jobs may not be working due to syntax errors. The helper validates the expression correctness to ensure your time and date manipulation parameters are accurate.