❓ Frequently Asked Questions
▶ How does the meeting scheduler work?
It takes your preferred date, time range, and duration, then generates all possible non-overlapping slots within that range. For this demo, it simulates availability by excluding random slots to mimic a real scheduler. In a full version, it would integrate with calendars to check real conflicts.
▶ Can I schedule meetings across different time zones?
Yes! The calculator shows all slots in your selected time zone. To coordinate with someone in another zone, note the slot time and mentally convert (or use the time zone selector to change your own zone). A future enhancement will add multiple participant time zones.
▶ Why are some slots missing even though I'm free?
This demo tool simulates "busy" slots to illustrate how a real scheduler would work. In a live version with calendar integration (like Google Calendar), it would only show times where all participants are free. For now, it's a learning tool.
▶ What time zones are supported?
We support all major time zones across North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia, and Australia/Pacific. The dropdown includes UTC offsets and common region names for easy selection.
▶ How is this different from a regular date picker?
A date picker just selects a date/time. This calculator respects meeting duration, shows multiple contiguous slots, and simulates conflict checking. It's designed for planning meetings where you need to see all possible start times within a window.
▶ Can I customize the date and time format?
Currently it uses the browser's local format for date/time inputs (usually YYYY-MM-DD and HH:MM). The displayed slots use a 12-hour format for readability. Future versions may include format toggles.