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Current Time Node

Current Time Node is a utility component in FlowAI that provides temporal context for LLMs. This AI workflow tool enables precise time acquisition down to the second, helping LLMs accurately understand temporal information in conversations and task processing. Whether for automation workflows, intelligent dialog systems, or data analysis, the Time Node delivers reliable temporal references for your AI applications.

Node Configuration

Time Node

Basic Settings

  1. Node Name

    • Set a descriptive name like “Current Time” or “System Time”
    • Other nodes can reference time results through this name
    • Recommended to use functional names for easier maintenance

Node Output

The node outputs one primary element:

  • $TimeNodeName.time: Current system time

Time Format

  • Format: YYYY-MM-DD HH:mm:ss
  • Example: 2025-01-02 03:04:05

Usage Examples

Providing Temporal Context for LLMs

The primary purpose of the Time Node is to supply accurate time information for LLMs:

  1. Weather Query Scenario

    User: What's the weather today?
    LLM: Today is 2025-01-02. Querying weather for today at 03:04:05...

  2. Data Query Scenario

    User: Help me query this month's order data
    LLM: Current time is January 2, 2025. Querying order data for January 2025...

  3. Schedule Management Scenario

    User: Remind me about tomorrow's afternoon meeting
    LLM: Current time is 2025-01-02 15:00:00. Meeting reminder set for 2025-01-03 15:00

Important Notes

Best Practices

  1. LLM Context Support

    • Provide accurate temporal references for LLMs
    • Support time-related reasoning and decision making

  2. Dynamic Query Generation

    • Help LLMs generate time-based dynamic queries
    • e.g., SQL queries, API requests

  3. Time-Sensitive Tasks

    • Support time-dependent task processing
    • e.g., schedule management, timed reminders

FAQ

What is the primary purpose of the Time Node?

The Time Node primarily provides accurate temporal information to help AI systems better understand time context in user requests.

What is the output format of the Time Node?

The Time Node outputs standard YYYY-MM-DD HH:mm:ss format, e.g., 2025-01-02 03:04:05.

How to use the Time Node in FlowAI?

Simply add the Time Node to your workflow, set its name, then reference current time via $NodeName.time in other nodes.

Typical Use Cases

1. Intelligent Customer Service

  • Provide accurate temporal references
  • Support time-related user queries
  • Enable time-aware personalized responses

2. Data Analysis Workflows

  • Timestamp data records
  • Support time series analysis
  • Enable dynamic data queries