ABOUT JUSTUTILS
Practical tools, with the important details included.
JustUtils is a focused collection of developer utilities for everyday tasks such as understanding Linux permissions, building cron schedules, converting timestamps, and changing text formats.
Why this site exists
Small developer tasks often lead to tools that return an answer without explaining it. JustUtils is built to make the result useful as well as quick: a generated value should come with enough context to understand what it means, check it, and use it safely.
That approach is especially important for commands such as chmod and crontab entries, where a technically valid result can still be the wrong choice for a particular file, directory, server, or schedule.
How the tools are designed
- Useful before clever: interfaces should help you finish a real task without unnecessary setup.
- Explanations beside results: where a value can be misunderstood, the page explains the fields, permissions, or tradeoffs.
- Privacy-conscious by default: tool input is processed in your browser unless a page clearly says otherwise.
- Easy to verify: examples and plain-language output make it easier to check a result before copying it into your work.
Accuracy and responsible use
The tools are intended to reduce repetitive work, not replace your judgment. Operating systems, shells, time zones, and application environments can behave differently, so review generated commands and test important changes in a safe environment first.
If an explanation is unclear or a result appears incorrect, please report the page, input, expected result, and actual result. Reproducible reports help improve the tools for everyone.
Questions, corrections, and ideas
For tool feedback, bug reports, or general help, email [email protected]. For website administration, legal, or business matters, email [email protected].
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