Event Description
ENASE 2026: Pioneering the Future of Software Engineering in Rio
Scheduled for June 17-18, 2026, the 13th International Conference on the Evaluation of Novel Approaches to Software Engineering (ENASE) returns to the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, poised to be a pivotal gathering for researchers, practitioners, and innovators shaping the future of software development. ENASE stands apart by focusing rigorously on the evaluation and validation of novel methods, tools, and techniques, ensuring they deliver tangible benefits in real-world software engineering contexts.
Core Themes & Content Focus:
ENASE 2026 will center on the critical evaluation of cutting-edge approaches addressing the evolving complexities of software systems. Expected core themes include:
1. AI & Machine Learning in SE: Rigorous assessment of AI/ML for requirements engineering, testing, debugging, maintenance, and project management. Focus shifts beyond novelty to measurable improvements in accuracy, efficiency, and reliability.
2. Cloud-Native & Microservices Evaluation: Analyzing the effectiveness of novel architectures, deployment strategies, monitoring tools, and DevOps practices for cloud-native and microservices ecosystems under real-world loads and constraints.
3. Empirical Software Engineering: Presenting and debating robust empirical studies (case studies, controlled experiments, surveys) evaluating new SE paradigms, methodologies, or tools, emphasizing statistical validity and practical significance.
4. Human-Centric SE Evaluation: Assessing novel techniques for improving developer productivity, well-being, collaboration, and the usability of SE tools, moving beyond pure technical metrics.
5. Security & Trustworthiness by Evaluation: Rigorous evaluation of novel security assurance methods, threat modeling approaches, and privacy-enhancing technologies throughout the software lifecycle.
6. SE for Emerging Domains: Evaluating novel approaches tailored for the unique challenges of IoT, edge computing, blockchain-based systems, and other emerging technologies.
7. Evaluation Methodologies & Frameworks: Discussing and critiquing new methods, metrics, and frameworks for conducting more effective and credible evaluations of SE innovations.
Why Rio de Janeiro?
Hosting ENASE in Rio offers a dynamic backdrop. Beyond the allure of its iconic beaches and culture, Rio provides a stimulating environment for cross-disciplinary exchange. The conference will foster collaboration between academia and industry, bringing together global experts to discuss challenges and solutions relevant to diverse software engineering landscapes.
Attendee Value:
Participants can expect:
High-Quality Research: Access to peer-reviewed papers presenting rigorously evaluated novel approaches.
Practical Insights: Talks and workshops showcasing real-world applications and lessons learned from evaluating new SE techniques.
Networking: Opportunities to connect with leading researchers, practitioners, tool developers, and thought leaders.
Future Trends: Gaining a clear understanding of which emerging technologies and methodologies are proving effective and why.
Submission & Audience:
ENASE 2026 will call for original research papers (full, short, industry) detailing evaluations of novel approaches. The audience spans academics, researchers, tool developers, software engineers, project managers, and policy makers interested in evidence-based advancements in software engineering.
ENASE 2026 promises to be a crucial forum for moving beyond hype and hype-driven development. By placing rigorous evaluation at the forefront, it aims to accelerate the adoption of genuinely impactful innovations, shaping a more efficient, reliable, and human-centric software engineering future. Mark your calendars for June 17-18, 2026, in Rio de Janeiro!
(Note: Specific submission deadlines, keynote speakers, and exact program details will be announced closer to the date on the official ENASE website.)