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About the IEEE Computer Society

Empowering Computer Science and Engineering Professionals to Fuel Continued Advancement

Engaging computer engineers, scientists, academia, and industry professionals from all areas of computing, the IEEE Computer Society (CS) sets the standard for the education and engagement that fuels continued global technological advancement. Through conferences, publications, and programs, and by bringing together computer science and engineering leaders at every phase of their career for dialogue, debate, and collaboration, IEEE CS empowers, shapes, and guides the future of not only its members, but the greater industry, enabling new opportunities to better serve our world.

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We Are Celebrating 80 Years of Innovation, Community, and Global Impact

As the IEEE Computer Society marks its 80th anniversary in 2026, we celebrate eight decades of advancing the theory and application of computing. This year, we honor our legacy through stories and initiatives that connect our rich history with the promising future of our global community. In doing so, we will recognize the generations of members and volunteers whose dedication has driven global innovation and continues to shape our promising future.

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Board of Governors Celebrates 80th Anniversary

We Are the Largest Global Community of Computer Scientists and Engineers

IEEE CS is the trusted organization dedicated to engaging the engineers, scientists, academia, and industry professionals from across the globe driving continued advancements in computer science and technology.

We Are the Preeminent Society for Knowledge-Sharing and Education in Computer Science and Engineering

From conferences to publications, programs, and committees, as well as through dialogue and collaboration, IEEE CS creates the environment, resources, and tools to shape, impact, and celebrate the global computer science and technology community.

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We Are Leading the Developments and Advancements in the Fields of Computer Science and Engineering

For more than 80 years, IEEE CS and its members have fueled the computer science and technology community, developing leading professionals, driving the rapid evolution of technologies, and encouraging community-based initiatives. As an organization, IEEE CS will continue to serve as the leader in identifying, supporting, and advancing the technological opportunities that benefit humanity.

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We Set the Standard for the Future

By inspiring and connecting professionals from all areas of computing and at every career level, IEEE CS guides the future of its members and the greater industry, enabling new technological opportunities to better serve our world.

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Collaborating With the Community

The IEEE Computer Society (CS) is dedicated to driving the future of computing by fostering excellence in the research community. Through our strategic partnership with the Computing Research Association (CRA), we unite the strengths of academia, industry, and government to address the most pressing challenges in the field. This collaboration provides a unified voice for computing research leadership and innovation.

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Young Professionals: We Are the Future

Ramesh Nair, 2017–2018 Vice Chair

IEEE Young Professionals.

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Launch a Career in Computer Science and Engineeering

Resources for professionals early in their career.

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Learn How the Computer Society Helps Industry Professionals

Resources for professionals early in their career.

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Women in Computing: Challenges & Opportunities

Jill Gostin, 2017-2019 Board of Governors IEEE Computer Society.