red-hat-product-lifecycle

Query Red Hat product lifecycle phases and support end dates via API.

48|31|Updated Feb 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/RHEcosystemAppEng/agentic-plugins --skill red-hat-product-lifecycle
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Skill: red-hat-product-lifecycle
Source: https://github.com/RHEcosystemAppEng/agentic-plugins/tree/main/rh-basic/skills/red-hat-product-lifecycle
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/RHEcosystemAppEng/agentic-plugins --skill red-hat-product-lifecycle

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

๐Ÿ’ก This Skill requires requests, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill resolves uncertainties about the lifecycle status and support phases of Red Hat products, answering questions about end-of-life dates, support levels, and recommended actions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Lifecycle Phase Identification: Determines the current phase (e.g., GA, Full Support, Maintenance) of any Red Hat product or version.
  • Support Status Reporting: Informs about support coverage, security patches, and upgrade recommendations.
  • Use Case: When a user queries if a specific Red Hat product version, such as RHEL 8.6 or OpenShift 4.14, is still supported, the Skill can provide detailed lifecycle data.

Quick Start

To check the lifecycle phase of RHEL 8.6, say: 'Check the lifecycle of RHEL 8.6'.

Frequently Asked Questions about red-hat-product-lifecycle

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I check the support status for a Red Hat product version?โ–ผ

You can check the support status of a Red Hat product version by retrieving its lifecycle data, which identifies the current phase, end dates for Full Support and Maintenance, and recommended actions for support coverage.

What is the current lifecycle phase of RHEL 8.6?โ–ผ

The lifecycle phase of RHEL 8.6 is determined by retrieving its lifecycle data, which reports whether the version is in GA, Full Support, Maintenance, or another phase along with relevant end dates.

How do I find the end of maintenance support date for OpenShift 4.14?โ–ผ

You can find the end of maintenance support date for OpenShift 4.14 by checking the product lifecycle data, which provides specific end dates for both Full Support and Maintenance phases.

Does this lifecycle checking tool require any specific dependencies to run?โ–ผ

Yes, this lifecycle checking tool requires the Python requests dependency to operate, as it uses Python scripts that interact with Red Hat's product lifecycle API to retrieve version data.

When do I need to verify Red Hat product lifecycle phases?โ–ผ

You need to verify Red Hat product lifecycle phases when planning upgrades, ensuring security patch coverage, or confirming that a specific version still receives active support and maintenance.

Can I get upgrade recommendations based on Red Hat support status?โ–ผ

Yes, you can get upgrade recommendations based on Red Hat support status, as the lifecycle data includes recommended actions for maintaining support coverage when a version nears its end of maintenance or full support.