Technical Papers
Full research papers presenting empirical studies, tools, or methodologies in mining software repositories.
Software Eng/CORE A
MSR 2026
International Conference on Mining Software Repositories
MSR 2026 is the 23rd International Mining Software Repositories Conference, held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, co-located with ICSE 2026. It is the premier venue for software analytics research, focusing on extracting actionable insights from software data sources such as version control, defect trackers, and CI systems using data science, machine learning, and qualitative methods to improve software engineering practices.
Key deadlines
Verified September 9, 2026Abstract registration
October 21, 2025
AoE
Full paper
October 24, 2025
AoE
Conference timeline
Submission and decisions
Abstract registrationKey deadline
October 21, 2025 · AoE
Full paperKey deadline
October 24, 2025 · AoE
Paper fit
Contribution paths
A strong submission should clearly identify its contribution and evaluate it appropriately.
Industry Track
Submissions from industry practitioners sharing real-world applications, case studies, or tool implementations.
Data and Tool Showcase Track
Presentations of novel data sets or software tools for mining software repositories.
FOSS Award
Recognition of outstanding open-source software contributions relevant to MSR research.
Mining Challenge
Competitions or empirical studies focused on analyzing AI coding agents and their impact on software development practices.
Registered Reports
Pre-registered study designs submitted for peer review prior to data collection and analysis.
Tutorials
Educational sessions teaching techniques, tools, or methodologies in software repository mining.
Vision and Reflection
Position papers or reflective discussions on future directions, challenges, or philosophical issues in the field.
Research areas in scope
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Tracks
Technical PapersIndustry TrackData and Tool Showcase TrackFOSS AwardJunior PCKeynotesMSR AwardsMining ChallengeRegistered ReportsSocial EventsTutorialsVision and Reflection
Policies worth checking twice
- MSR 2026 requires in-person presentations; virtual or remote presentations are only permitted under exceptional documented circumstances (e.g., visa rejection, medical emergency, travel ban).
- MSR does not offer virtual attendance as a general option.
- The conference follows ICSE 2026's Code of Conduct and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Plan.
Official sources
Compiled from the official call for papers. The organizers’ pages remain authoritative.
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Last verified September 9, 2026