tick_tock_countdown
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A TypeScript-based command-line countdown timer application that tracks the time remaining until a specified target date and time. Built using Node.js, this application continuously updates the user with the remaining time in days, hours, minutes, and sec
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Countdown Timer
A TypeScript-based command-line countdown timer application that tracks the time remaining until a specified target date and time. Built using Node.js, this application continuously updates the user with the remaining time in days, hours, minutes, and seconds until the countdown reaches zero.
About
This project showcases how to implement a countdown timer using TypeScript and Node.js, demonstrating real-time time tracking capabilities in a command-line environment. The application is useful for events, deadlines, or personal reminders.
Features
Time Formatting: Converts milliseconds into a readable format of days, hours, minutes, and seconds.
Target Date Input: Users can specify the target date and time in ISO 8601 format (YYYY-MM-DDTHH:MM).
Real-Time Updates: The countdown updates every second, providing continuous feedback on the time remaining.
Error Handling: Validates the target date format and notifies the user if the input is invalid.
Built With
TypeScript: Provides type safety and enhances code readability.
Node.js: Serves as the runtime environment for the countdown logic.
setInterval: Utilized to create a loop that updates the countdown every second.