Enhancing your Astro website with moment.js for User-Friendly date displays

Incorporating moment.js into your Astro website can bring a new level of user-friendliness to your date and time presentations.

To start, follow these steps:

Install moment.js

Begin by installing moment.js using the command npm install moment --save. This package will equip your project with the necessary tools.

Implementation in ComponentsIdentify the component within your website where you wish to implement the date changes. Utilize the moment() function, which accepts two key arguments: the date itself and the desired format, e.g., moment("20111031", "YYYYMMDD").

Leveraging fromNow()

The true magic happens with the fromNow() function. Apply it to your date structure, such as

moment("20111031", "YYYYMMDD").fromNow() // 12 years ago

This function converts your date into a user-friendly relative format, making it easily understandable.

For more customisation and date formats take look at moment.js documentation

By integrating moment.js into your Astro website, you can ensure that your date displays resonate more effectively with your users, fostering a smoother and more intuitive experience.