A simple MCP server that does one thing only - help your LLM to use current unix timestamps. Something that models are currently struggling with, partially due to knowledge cutoffs and not really knowing where in time they are.
Overview
what is Unix Timestamps MCP Server?
Unix Timestamps MCP Server is a lightweight server designed to convert ISO 8601 date/time strings into Unix timestamps, addressing the challenges faced by language models in understanding current time due to knowledge cutoffs.
how to use Unix Timestamps MCP Server?
To use the server, configure it in your MCP client settings and utilize the provided tool iso8601_to_unix to convert date/time strings.
key features of Unix Timestamps MCP Server?
- ISO 8601 to Unix Timestamp Conversion: Converts standard ISO 8601 date/time strings into Unix timestamps.
- Input Validation: Ensures the input string is a valid date recognized by JavaScript's
Dateparser. - Error Handling: Provides error messages for invalid date/time inputs.
use cases of Unix Timestamps MCP Server?
- Converting dates for applications that require Unix timestamps.
- Assisting language models in understanding current time references.
- Validating date/time inputs in software applications.
FAQ from Unix Timestamps MCP Server?
- Can this server convert any date format?
No, it only converts ISO 8601 formatted date/time strings.
- Is there a limit to the date range that can be converted?
The server can handle any valid ISO 8601 date/time string recognized by JavaScript's
Dateparser.
- How do I install the server?
Install Node.js version 18 or higher and configure it in your MCP client settings.