Call for Papers

iSAQB Software Architecture Gathering 2026

We’re thrilled to announce that the iSAQB® Software Architecture Gathering (SAG) is returning to Berlin, Germany, from November 16-19, 2026! Organized by the International Software Architecture Qualification Board (iSAQB®) in cooperation with heise medien, SAG is the leading international conference for software architecture professionals – from early-career architects to seasoned leaders.

Over the years, SAG has become a central platform for sharing high-value knowledge, real-world best practices, and new ideas in software architecture. With a strong focus on community and professional exchange, the event brings together architects, developers, system analysts, and decision-makers from across the globe.

Under the motto “Network. Learn. Grow.”, we’re looking for engaging talks and hands-on workshops that inform, inspire, and spark discussion. Whether you want to present a deep technical dive, share lessons learned, or explore new architectural perspectives – we invite you to contribute.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome English-language proposals in the following areas:

Foundations

Learn the basics of software architecture

Trends

Dive into new concepts for modeling, documenting, and more

Beyond Technology

Develop skills for business, personal growth and collaboration

Tech and Impact

New types of tools and technology that affect architectural work

AI-Driven Architectural Innovation

Discover how AI reshapes software architecture, unlocking innovative strategies

Hands‑On

Learn from case studies and real-world applications

Outside the Box

Explore related topics we think are interesting for software architects

Session Formats

You can submit proposals for the following formats:

Full-day Workshops

6h | excluding breaks

Sessions

45 minutes (incl. Q&A)

Keynotes

45 minutes (incl. Q&A)

Key Facts for 2026

Conference Language:

English

Event Date:

November 16-19

Main Conference:

November 17-18

Workshop Days:

November 16 and 19

Location:

Berlin, Germany

Submission Deadline: June 9

Become part of one of the most relevant gatherings for software architecture professionals worldwide – and help shape the future of our field.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at conference@isaqb.org.