Status of Flywheel MATLAB SDK Support
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The dedicated Flywheel MATLAB SDK is deprecated and will reach end of life on August 30th, 2026. Version 21.3.0 is the final version of the MATLAB SDK provided by Flywheel. After this date, the dedicated MATLAB SDK will no longer receive updates, bug fixes, or security patches.
Access to version 21.3.0 and all prior versions, along with their documentation, will be maintained at the Flywheel API documentation until the end of life date.
The supported approach for MATLAB users is to call the Flywheel Python SDK (flywheel-sdk) directly from MATLAB using the built-in py. interface. This method provides access to the full Flywheel API without requiring a separate MATLAB-specific SDK.
| Description | Deprecated | Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| MATLAB SDK | Flywheel MATLAB SDK (final version: 21.3.0) | Call flywheel-sdk from MATLAB |
Recommended Action
For new MATLAB workflows: Use the Call flywheel-sdk from MATLAB guide to set up and use the Python SDK from MATLAB. This is the supported approach and provides access to the full Flywheel API.
For existing MATLAB SDK users: Migrate to the Python SDK approach before August 30th, 2026. See the migration guide for a syntax comparison and step-by-step migration instructions.
Timeline:
- Now: Begin planning migration to the Python SDK approach
- August 30th, 2026: End of support for the dedicated Flywheel MATLAB SDK