Git Chronoscope Time-Lapse

Version updated for https://github.com/southpawriter02/git-chronoscope to version v0.9.0-beta.2.

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Action Summary

The git-chronoscope GitHub Action is a tool for generating time-lapse visualizations (videos or animated GIFs) that showcase the evolution of a Git repository’s codebase over time. It automates the process of visualizing file changes, additions, and deletions, providing an engaging way to demonstrate a project’s history. Key features include a web-based GUI for easy configuration, customizable output (e.g., resolution, colors, and frame rates), and privacy options to anonymize author information.

Release notes

[0.9.0-beta.2] - 2026-01-02

npm package release for JavaScript ecosystem distribution.

Added

  • npm package for Node.js users (npm install -g git-chronoscope or npx git-chronoscope)
  • Programmatic JavaScript/TypeScript API for integration
  • TypeScript type definitions
  • npm publish workflow for automated releases

Technical Details

The npm package is a wrapper that requires Python and the git-chronoscope Python package to be installed. It provides:

  • CLI wrapper that passes through all arguments to the Python CLI
  • Programmatic API via require('git-chronoscope')
  • Dependency checking utilities (Python version, FFmpeg, etc.)
  • Helpful error messages when prerequisites are missing