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How to Query GitHub for User Contributions in a Specific Timeframe

· Chris Hager · Oct. 10, 2025, 8:08 a.m.

Summary

This post explains how to use the GitHub GraphQL API to query a user's contributions to public repositories during a specific timeframe. It highlights the utility of this capability for generating reports and analyzing developer activity.

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