Question 1

How do I use dev-time-cli with a custom time format?

Accepted Answer

Use the --format option followed by a moment.js format string, like 'dev-time --format DD-MM-YYYY username'. The README shows examples such as 'DD-MM-YYYY' for date-only output.

Question 2

Does dev-time-cli work if a GitHub user hasn't set their location?

Accepted Answer

No, it will fail or return inaccurate results because the tool depends on the location field in GitHub profiles. Users should ensure their location is set and current for reliable output.

Question 3

Can I use dev-time-cli in shell scripts for automation?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's designed for CLI use and can be integrated into scripts. For example, you can pipe output or use it in cron jobs to automate time checks, but be mindful of API rate limits.

Question 4

How does dev-time-cli compare to using websites like timeanddate.com for timezone checks?

Accepted Answer

dev-time-cli is faster for terminal-based workflows and specific to GitHub users, while websites offer broader global timezone data but require manual input and browser access. The CLI excels for quick checks within developer ecosystems.

Question 5

Is dev-time-cli accurate for daylight saving time changes?

Accepted Answer

It uses the location data from GitHub to infer timezone, but accuracy depends on the underlying system's timezone database. No explicit handling is mentioned, so it may not account for recent DST updates if the data is stale.

Question 6

What happens if I hit GitHub API rate limits with dev-time-cli?

Accepted Answer

Without a token, you might exceed unauthenticated limits quickly. Provide a GitHub personal access token via --token to increase limits, as noted in the options, but this adds setup overhead.

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