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Simple java library for displaying dates as relative time ago language.

Kotlin ◇ android-library Apache-2.0
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timeago gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 382. It is about 10 years old and has averaged roughly 38 stars a year. It ranks #423 among Kotlin repositories and #9,971 across all languages on GitHubRepo.

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💡 Overview

timeago is an open-source project written in Kotlin: Simple java library for displaying dates as relative time ago language.

Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in android-library, dates, java-library. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.

⚡ Key Features

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Optimized execution pipeline written in Kotlin for predictable speed.

2

Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.

3

Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.

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Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.

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Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.

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Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.

📥 Installation

terminal
$ git clone https://github.com/marlonlom/timeago.git
cd timeago

⚙ System Requirements

Platforms

  • • macOS
  • • Linux
  • • Windows

Runtime & Dependencies

JDK 17+, Kotlin compiler >= 1.9

Architecture

x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)

🧠 How It Works

timeago coordinates its core functionality through a modular Kotlin pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.

🎯 Production Use Cases

Production System Integration

Embed timeago into Kotlin backend services to handle core application logic.

CI/CD Automated Pipelines

Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.

Developer Tooling & Workflows

Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.

Open Source Extension

Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open Apache-2.0 license.

🚀 Getting Started

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Install timeago using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/marlonlom/timeago.git`

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Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for timeago.

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Import timeago into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.

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Execute your test suite or run `timeago --help` to verify successful setup.

👍 Strengths

Active community backing with 382 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the Apache-2.0 license.
Built in Kotlin for high execution speed and developer familiarity.
Cross-platform compatibility across modern Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Clean modular design allowing flexible configuration and pipeline integration.

⚠️ Considerations

Requires familiarity with Kotlin and modern CLI workflows.
Ecosystem extensions may require manual configuration depending on environment constraints.
Active development roadmap means breaking API changes may occur across major versions.

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👥 Who Should Use This

Developers and engineering teams building with Kotlin, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.

🏆 Nearby in the Rankings

marlonlom/timeago is currently ranked #9,971 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does timeago do? +

Simple java library for displaying dates as relative time ago language.

What language is timeago written in? +

The primary language is Kotlin. Topics include: android-library, dates, java-library, kotlin-library, time-and-date-diff.

Is timeago actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Oct 7, 2026 with 0 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does timeago have? +

timeago has 382 stars and 79 forks on GitHub.

How does timeago rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 382 stars, marlonlom/timeago is ranked #9,971 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #423 among Kotlin projects.

What license is timeago distributed under? +

The repository reports a Apache-2.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.

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