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 starting with java_tools javac11 v4.0.
 For previous releases see the issues marked with
 [the release label](https://github.com/bazelbuild/java_tools/issues/15).
+
+If you're interested in the release process please see [docs/release.md](docs/release.md)
+
+# Release Schedule
+
+A new `java_tools` for the javac version used by bazel is released monthly.
+The first RC should be cut at least 7 days before the bazel release, around the
+25th day of the month.
+
+See [upcoming scheduled releases](https://github.com/bazelbuild/java_tools/issues?q=is%3Aopen+is%3Aissue+label%3Arelease).