Retrieving yesterday’s date is a frequent task in Linux scripting and automation. This guide presents two reliable methods using the built-in date command and explores the considerations for handling time zones. Table of Contents Using the date Command Handling Time Zones for Greater Accuracy Using the date Command The simplest…
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Mastering Timestamp Conversion in PHP: From Numbers to Readable Dates
Working with timestamps in PHP is a common task, especially when dealing with databases or APIs. Timestamps, representing the number of seconds since January 1, 1970, are not inherently user-friendly. This article explores efficient methods to convert these numerical timestamps into readable date and time formats within your PHP applications.…
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Mastering Time in Python: A Comprehensive Guide to Getting the Current Time
Python offers several ways to retrieve the current time, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. This article will guide you through three popular methods: using the datetime, time, and arrow libraries. Table of Contents Using the datetime Module Using the time Module Using the arrow Library Handling Time Zones…