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Parse natural language date/time expressions into precise timestamps.

1|Updated Nov 13, 2025
Search Tags:#automation#parsing#time#date#calculation#schedule#deadlines
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cadrianmae/claude-marketplace --skill datetime
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: datetime
Source: https://github.com/cadrianmae/claude-marketplace/tree/main/plugins/datetime/skills/datetime
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cadrianmae/claude-marketplace --skill datetime

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Manually calculating dates, parsing natural language time expressions, or verifying current time can be error-prone and interrupt your workflow. This skill automates all temporal calculations, letting you focus on your tasks, not the clock.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Natural Language Parsing: Understands and converts expressions like "tomorrow," "next week," or "3 days ago" into precise dates and times.
  • Current Time Verification: Ensures you always have the most up-to-date temporal context, preventing outdated information from derailing your plans.
  • Date Arithmetic: Easily calculate future or past dates, or the difference between two dates, for planning and scheduling.
  • Use Case: You're planning a project and need to know "what date is 3 weeks from next Tuesday at 9 AM?" or "how many days until the deadline on November 13th?". This skill provides instant, accurate answers, letting you focus on planning and execution.

Quick Start

What date is "next Monday at 3pm"? How many days are left until "November 13th"?

Frequently Asked Questions about datetime

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I parse natural language date expressions like 'next Monday' or 'in 3 days'?▼

Parse natural language date expressions by converting phrases like 'tomorrow', 'next Monday 9am', or '3 days' into precise timestamps in YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS format. This skill automates temporal calculation, eliminating manual date math and ensuring accuracy for scheduling and planning.

Can I calculate dates and deadlines automatically without manual math?▼

Yes. Automate date arithmetic to calculate future or past dates, determine days until a deadline, or convert relative time references into exact timestamps. This eliminates error-prone manual calculations and keeps your workflow uninterrupted.

How do I verify the current date and time before scheduling tasks?▼

Verify current date and time by invoking GNU date via Bash to ensure you have up-to-date temporal context. This prevents outdated information from affecting deadline calculations and scheduling decisions.

What format should dates and times be in for scheduling and planning?▼

Output dates and times in YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS (Day) format. This standardized format ensures consistency across deadline tracking, project planning, and time-sensitive task management.

Can I calculate the number of days between two dates or until a specific deadline?▼

Yes. Calculate the difference between dates or count days remaining until a deadline like 'November 13th'. This enables accurate project planning and helps you track time-sensitive commitments.

What happens if I provide an ambiguous or complex time expression?▼

The skill parses complex temporal expressions like 'next Tuesday at 9 AM' or 'week number calculations' into precise timestamps. Natural language parsing handles most common scheduling references, though results depend on expression clarity.

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