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The seventh FAST Sprint Meeting takes place in Joensuu in February 3 and 4, 2026. Join us to exchange ideas, learn from industry experiences, and meet other doctoral researchers and supervisors working in Software Engineering!

Registration is open until January 15. Check the schedule and registration information here.

The 6th FAST Sprint Meeting gathered more than 70 doctoral researchers and supervisors in Software Engineering.

Over two dynamic days, we explored a wide range of topics—from responsible research with Generative AI and inspiring career stories to turning research into startups. With focused conference sessions and community meetings, the event sparked engaging discussions and new collaborations. Thank you to everyone for your active participation and the valuable insights you brought to the table. We look forward to see you in Joensuu at the 7th FAST Spring Meeting in February 2026!

The sixth FAST Sprint Meeting takes place in Tampere in November 4 and 5, 2025. Join us to learn insights from industry, discuss your research plans or next article, and meet other fellow doctoral researchers and supervisors in Software Engineering.

Registration is open until October 19. Check the schedule and registration information here.

The fifth FAST Sprint Meeting takes place in Jyväskylä in August 12 and 13, 2025. Join us to learn insights from industry, discuss your research plans or next article, and meet other fellow doctoral researchers and supervisors in Software Engineering.

Registration is open until July 15. Check the schedule and registration information here.

The GPT Lab in Tampere is organizing the very first Summer School on Generative AI in Software Engineering in Tampere during June 16-18, 2025. We have a full fledged 3-day program on all aspects of GenAI from both industrial and academic viewpoints. We have great keynote speakers and super fun program. Banquet will be something that you will never forget.

The registration opens April 28 and the early bird closes May 28.

Registration and more information at https://gpt-lab.eu/gaise-2025/

Join us for an engaging afternoon where doctoral researchers, supervisors, professors, and industry leaders come together to make valuable connections! The purpose of the networking event is to enhance collaboration and create opportunities for doctoral researchers to transition seamlessly from academia to industry roles.

Monday 12.5 11.30-16h, Clarion Hotel at Helsinki Airport, register here.

The fourth FAST Sprint Meeting takes place in Greater Helsinki on May 12 and 13, 2025. Join us to learn insights from industry, discuss your research plans or next article, and meet other fellow doctoral researchers and supervisors in Software Engineering.

Registration is open until April 27. Check the schedule and registration information here.

We will get together in the Oulanka Research Station on September 22-26 for the very first all-Finland software engineering and related sciences’ writing retreat. More information here.

The 3rd FAST meeting in Oulu has just concluded. With more than 110 participants, this has been our largest meeting so far. During two intense days, young doctoral researchers, experienced research leaders and experts from industry have worked together and exchanged knowledge and ideas to shape the future of Software Engineering research in Finland. This collaboration fosters cutting-edge research and strengthens Finland’s position as a global tech leader.

Looking forward to our May meeting in Helsinki!