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dates

Calculate date context with a Bash script for scheduling and planning.

Updated Jan 20, 2026
Search Tags:#productivity#bash#tooling#scripting#scheduling#diary#date-context
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vogon101/KnowledgeWork --skill dates
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: dates
Source: https://github.com/vogon101/KnowledgeWork/tree/main/skills/dates
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vogon101/KnowledgeWork --skill dates

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides quick, reliable date context for sessions, helping users avoid mental date calculations and stay aligned with scheduling tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Date context at session start: instantly retrieve today, yesterday, tomorrow along with the current time.
  • Week view and offsets: preview this week, navigate to dates N days from now, or find specific weekdays.
  • Diary path helpers: generate diary file paths and locate the most recent entries for journaling workflows.

Quick Start

Use the date_context.sh script located at .claude/skills/dates/scripts/date_context.sh to display current date and time as well as suggested date targets for planning.

Frequently Asked Questions about dates

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get current date context for scheduling tasks in a bash session?▼

Get current date context by running the date_context.sh script. The basic command instantly retrieves today, yesterday, tomorrow, and the current time, eliminating mental date math during scheduling tasks and session planning.

How do I find upcoming weekdays and calculate date offsets in bash?▼

Find upcoming weekdays and calculate date offsets using the weekday and offset commands in the date_context.sh script. These navigate to dates N days from now and locate specific weekdays for planning diaries and scheduling.

Can I generate diary file paths and locate recent journal entries with a bash script?▼

Yes, generate diary file paths and locate recent journal entries using the diary command in the date_context.sh script. It supports journaling workflows by finding the most recent diary entries automatically for planning.

Does this date context tool require any external dependencies or frameworks?▼

No, this date context tool requires no external dependencies or frameworks. It is a self-contained Bash scripting tool designed for quick date calculations and diary path generation within Claude Code sessions.

What is the best way to preview the current week for planning diaries?▼

The best way to preview the current week for planning diaries is using the week command in the date_context.sh script. It provides a week view that helps align scheduling tasks and journaling workflows.

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