Datetime Extras

What is the Datetime Extras module?

This is a set of widgets, formatters, and other tools to extend the core Datetime module.

Why do we need this module when Datetime is in core?

The Datetime module in core is really meant to provide a base set of time and date related features. But, it cannot provide everything that site builders need, nor will it ever. The Drupal 7 Date module (and friends) provide a rich set of features, and not all of these can (or should really) be supported by core. This module will provide a home for these needed features.

I have an idea? Will you implement it?

One of the goals of the Datetime Extras module is to try to avoid fragmentation of contrib modules for the Datetime space. So, if you have an idea, create an issue. Another goal, though, is to help mentor contributors to get core quality code into this module (that is why we are recruiting a lot of maintainers for the module). We may not be able to implement your idea right away, but we will be here to help you along the way.

What is the relation between Datetime Extras and the Drupal 8 port of the Date module

The Datetime Extras is the logical progression of adding Datetime to core. Since the architecture of Drupal 8 (and hence Datetime) is radically different than Drupal 7, this module can mirror what core is doing. It also allows Drupal 7 to continue living without needing to worry about the Drupal 8 version.