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Enhancement request: Improve timestamps to align with user's timezone #240

@DennisClark

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@DennisClark

Problem
Regarding the History tabs in various DejaCode objects:

Violated usability principles: Match between System and the Real World, Consistency and Standards
The system displays timestamps in PST (of PDT), which does not align with the user's time zone (UTC+0). This creates a disconnect between the user's expectations and the system's behavior, leading to confusion. No time zone stetting is visible in ‘Profile Settings’.

Enhancement benefits
Provide better history information for global DejaCode users.

Proposed solution
This needs further analysis and design. Consider:

  • Include a setting in the user's profile where they can select their time zone. Default it to the time zone based on their device or IP address for better usability.
  • Automatically display times in the user's local timezone, adjusting dynamically without manual input.

Additional notes
Not sure if this is a data issue or a presentation issue.

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