zulip/zulip

Use better `date_created` for realm emoji during imports

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#39061 opened on Apr 22, 2026

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Description

Quoting from #38755's description:

I see that the rocketchat export data does contain fields like uploadDate in custom_emoji.files.bson, which could be used instead of NOW.

Investigate whether it's possible to use something better than now, from the exported data that's available during the import.

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Python knowledgeFamiliarity with Zulip's data import processUnderstanding of Rocket.Chat export format
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Research direction
Review the Rocket.Chat import logic in `zerver/lib/import rocketchat.py` to identify where `date created` is set to `now`. Examine the exported data fields like `uploadDate` in `custom emoji.files.bson`. Consider mapping that field to `date created` during import. Check comments in #38755 for additional context. This issue has an assignee, so coordinate with them.