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Date Published
Author
Julian Sequeira
Word count
434
Language
English
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None

Summary

Pendulum is a Python package designed to simplify the manipulation of datetime objects, offering an intuitive alternative to Python's built-in datetime module. It allows for straightforward creation and formatting of dates and times, making it easier to perform operations such as getting the current, past, or future date, and specifying time zones. The package offers user-friendly functions like `.now()`, `.today()`, `.tomorrow()`, and `.yesterday()`, which enhance readability and usability. Pendulum also features advanced capabilities for date comparisons, calculations, and timezone conversions, allowing users to add or subtract time units with ease. Its array of formatting options eliminates the need for complex strftime formatting, providing a more accessible and efficient approach to handling datetime operations. The author appreciates Pendulum for its clarity and thanks its creator, Sébastien Eustace, for developing such a valuable tool for Python users.