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Learn how to easily convert JSON `timestamp` strings into `datetime` objects in Python with our easy-to-follow instructions!
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Converting JSON timestamp to datetime in Python: A Step-by-Step Guide

Working with dates and times in Python can often be a challenging task, especially when it involves parsing timestamp strings from JSON. This post addresses a common issue developers face when trying to convert a JSON timestamp into a datetime object.

The Problem

You may encounter a situation where you have a timestamp string like this:

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When you attempt to convert it using Python's datetime.strptime method with the following code:

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You may receive an error message like:

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The error is due to a mismatch between the provided timestamp format and the string's actual format.

The Solution

To properly convert the JSON timestamp string, you need to adjust the format string in strptime to account for the timezone offset. Let’s walk through the correct way to do this:

Step 1: Import the Required Module

First, you need to import the datetime class from the datetime module.

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Step 2: Format Correctly

Change your format string to include the %z directive, which helps in parsing the timezone information.

Step 3: Convert the timestamp

Use the following code snippet to parse the JSON timestamp correctly:

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Step 4: Output the Result

Finally, you can print the timestamp to see the converted result:

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Example Output

When you run this code, the output will be:

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Summary

By using the correct format string, you can effortlessly convert JSON timestamp strings into datetime objects in Python. Always remember to include the %z part in your format specifier when you're handling timezone-aware timestamp strings.

Now that you've learned this essential technique, parsing dates from different formats in Python should be a breeze! If you have further questions or need additional clarification, feel free to leave a comment.