Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Focuses on the reliability and trustworthiness of automation and AI tools in software engineering
- Brings together experts from software engineering, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence
- Explores transparency, protection, and assurance in automated software development
- Covers topics such as vulnerability detection, supply chain security, and compliance auditing
- Encourages research, practical solutions, and open discussion on trustworthy automation
RASE 2026 (Reliable and Trustworthy Automated Software Engineering) is a workshop dedicated to the critical intersection of automation and trust in software development. Co-located with ASE 2026 in Munich, the event responds to the growing influence of AI-based tools and automation in the software lifecycle, emphasizing the need for systems that are not only efficient but also transparent, secure, and accountable.
Industry Context and Relevance
As organizations increasingly rely on automated tools for software development, questions of reliability and trust have moved to the forefront. The rapid adoption of AI-assisted development, automated testing, and program repair has introduced new operational challenges—particularly around hidden dependencies, vulnerability management, and the verifiability of automated outputs. RASE 2026 addresses these concerns by fostering dialogue and collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and policy makers who are shaping the future of trustworthy automation.
Discussion Themes and Workshop Focus
The workshop explores a range of topics central to the advancement of reliable automated software engineering. Key areas include:
- Software Transparency: Automation for generating software bills of materials (SBOMs), dependency analysis, and compliance auditing
- Trustworthiness: Automated vulnerability detection, supply chain protection, and secure code generation
- Trustworthy Automation: Validation and explainability of automated tools, governance, and accountability frameworks
- Foundations and Evaluation: Metrics, benchmarks, empirical studies, and industrial case studies that assess the effectiveness of automation
Technologies under discussion span AI-based development assistants, automated vulnerability detection systems, and compliance auditing platforms. The event also highlights the importance of regulatory compliance and the operational realities of deploying automation in complex software environments.
Audience and Value
RASE 2026 is designed for a diverse professional audience, including researchers, software engineers, security professionals, tool developers, and compliance officers. The workshop provides a forum for sharing research findings, practical experiences, and open challenges. Attendees gain insight into emerging trends, operational risks, and the evolving landscape of trustworthy automation—knowledge that is increasingly vital as software supply chains grow more complex and regulatory expectations rise.
Format and Experience
The workshop features a mix of paper presentations, interactive discussions, and tool demonstrations. Tracks are available for research contributions, educational initiatives, replication studies, and position papers. As part of the broader ASE 2026 conference, RASE offers opportunities for networking, community building, and thought leadership within the field of automated software engineering.