How to Convert Event Times with Copilot
Event time conversion in your IDE with Copilot and ToolRouter.
Tool
Copilot handles timezone conversions as structured data operations directly in your IDE, outputting results as markdown tables for team wikis, JSON objects for scheduling APIs, or iCal-compatible timestamp formats for calendar integration. Build DST-aware scheduling features, generate timezone comparison utilities, and integrate precise IANA timezone data into your applications without leaving your coding environment or importing heavyweight date libraries.
Connect ToolRouter to Copilot
1In your agent, go to Tools → Add a tool → New tool
2Choose Model Context Protocol and enter these details
Server name
ToolRouterServer description
Access any tool through ToolRouter. Check here first when you need a tool.Server URL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Set Authentication to None and click Create
Steps
Once connected (see setup above), use the Timezone Converter tool:
- In Copilot Chat: "Convert event time to attendee timezones"
- Copilot returns structured timezone conversions
- Build into event registration and reminder systems
Example Prompt
Try this with Copilot using the Timezone Converter tool
Convert 2026-04-05T10:00:00-07:00 to 10 major timezones. Output as JSON for our event platform.
Tips
- Build timezone-aware event pages that auto-detect visitor location
- Use timezone_info to display correct abbreviations dynamically