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Event overview
Overview
The 2026 International Conference on Data Science and Software Engineering (DSSE 2026) will be held at Shanghai Jiaotong University, Shanghai, China, from December 25-27, 2026.
This conference serves as a global platform for researchers, engineers, and industry leaders to discuss the integration of intelligent information processing and complex systems engineering.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The 2026 International Conference on Data Science and Software Engineering (DSSE 2026) will take place from December 25-27, 2026, at Shanghai Jiaotong University, Shanghai, China.
- 2Scale and Focus: This conference aims to address challenges and opportunities in data science and software engineering, featuring keynote speeches, paper presentations, and workshops.
- 3Organiser: DSSE 2026 is organized by a committee of experts in the field, with registration and program details available on the official website.
- 4Buyer Authority: Researchers, engineers, and industry leaders are encouraged to attend and contribute to discussions on intelligent systems and complex engineering.
- 5Entry: Registration is required for all attendees, with various categories and fees outlined on the registration page.
Why visit
Attendees will gain insights from leading experts in data science and software engineering, network with peers, and explore the latest research and developments in the field. Researchers, engineers, and industry leaders are encouraged to attend and contribute.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at DSSE 2026 offers companies the chance to showcase their innovations, connect with potential collaborators, and gain visibility among industry leaders and researchers. Researchers, engineers, and industry leaders are encouraged to attend and contribute to discussions on intelligent systems and complex engineering.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Academic scientists presenting peer-reviewed data science and software engineering papers
Research scholars comparing results and methods across institutions
Engineers building cyber-physical, data-driven and software-intensive systems
Industry practitioners seeking applied research collaboration and technology transfer
Graduate students and early-career researchers attending paper sessions and posters
Programme committee members, reviewers and session chairs
R&D managers and innovation leads evaluating emerging methods for commercial adoption
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Academic research groups presenting findings, posters and demo systems
University departments and labs recruiting research collaborators and doctoral candidates
Software, data-analytics and cloud platform providers serving research and engineering teams
Industry labs sharing applied case studies in cyber-physical and data-driven systems
Conference sponsors and technical programme partners
Academic publishers and journals exhibiting proceedings and special issues
Research infrastructure providers for HPC, data platforms and reproducibility tooling
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Data science methods, models and applications
Machine learning and AI for scientific and engineering discovery
Software engineering processes, testing and verification tooling
Cyber-physical systems integration and IoT/edge computing
Data-driven discovery, analytics and visualization
Reproducibility, research software and open-science tooling
High-performance and cloud computing for research workloads
Applied software solutions and industry case studies
Posters and demos of prototype systems
Location & Facilities
Venue
Shanghai Jiaotong University
Shanghai, China
Facilities
Parking
Shanghai Jiaotong University in Shanghai typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Shanghai Jiaotong University in Shanghai typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Shanghai Jiaotong University for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Shanghai, China
Why it matters
For security integrators, consultants, and end-users, 2026 International Conference on Data Science and Software Engineering (DSSE 2026) on 2026-12-25 to 2026-12-27 at Shanghai Jiaotong University is the key Italian window to compare video, access, intrusion, fire, and cyber-physical platforms before year-end budgets close — co-located buyers use it to shortlist vendors for 2028 rollouts.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · CNY
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Fastest Google Maps route captured for PVG to Shanghai; tolls may apply
About 46.5 km to central Shanghai
to venue
About 46 min via Huaxia Elevated Road and Middle Ring Road
by car
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
Closer of the two Shanghai airports to the city centre in Google Maps captures
About 19.1 km to central Shanghai
to venue
About 29 min via Yan'an Elevated Road
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
The Seventh Heaven Hotel
3-star
Shanghai city centreGoogle Hotels listing for Shanghai: 3-star property with breakfast, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, restaurant, full-service laundry, business centre and accessible facilities.
Hi Inn Shanghai East Beijing Road
2-star
East Beijing Road, ShanghaiBudget 2-star hotel shown in the same Shanghai hotel search; Wi-Fi, air conditioning and restaurant.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
taxi / ride-hailing
Estimated costApprox. CNY taxi/rideshare from PVG to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forShanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Shanghai Jiaotong University
Fastest captured drive about 46 min over 46.5 km via Huaxia Elevated Road and Middle Ring Road; tolls apply.
taxi / ride-hailing
Estimated costApprox. CNY taxi/rideshare from SHA to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forShanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Jiaotong University
Captured drive about 29 min over 19.1 km via Yan'an Elevated Road.
taxi / ride-hailing
Estimated costCNY 120-250 taxi or Didi ride to the venue district
Best forShanghai hotels to central Shanghai venue district
Captured hotel-to-city route of about 25 min over 9.9 km via Century Avenue.
Plan your trip
Visa & entry documents
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Visa not required
ATA Carnet: check with organiser
Weather
December in Shanghai is typically cold and relatively dry, with average highs around 8-11°C (46-52°F) and lows around 2-4°C (36-39°F). Rain is less frequent than in summer, but cold fronts can bring wind and occasional light rain; snow is rare. Pack layers, a warm coat and a compact umbrella for the 25-27 December 2026 conference, and check the forecast closer to travel. Most conference activity is indoors at Shanghai Jiaotong University, but allow for cool walks between buildings and transport stops.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to China.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Registration
DSSE 2026 registration deadline is 30 November 2026; onsite registration and conference materials collection appear on the official schedule page.
Visa and arrival
Invitation letters and China Online Visa Application procedures are handled through Chinese embassy and consulate channels; secure your visa before the arrival card step.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: PVG
Fares captured for 25 December 2026 departures in economy including taxes and fees for one adult. Google Flights noted that booking earlier, up to about 5 months before takeoff, usually gives the cheapest fares, and that prices on the DXB route were currently high.
Visa
Foreign attendees typically need a Chinese visa for business or academic travel, with an M visa listed for commercial and trade activity; confirm your nationality's exact category with the nearest Chinese embassy or consulate.
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
China Online Visa Application launched at the Consulate General of China in Los Angeles on 30 September 2025. Typical applications require passport, photograph, invitation letter and proof of state residency per visa-service listings; processing times vary by consulate.
OfficialTransport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): About 46 min via Huaxia Elevated Road and Middle Ring Road; Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): About 29 min via Yan'an Elevated Road. Allow road or rail time to Shanghai Jiaotong University; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Shanghai Jiaotong University: Shanghai city centre: The Seventh Heaven Hotel; East Beijing Road, Shanghai: Hi Inn Shanghai East Beijing Road.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Shanghai; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Shanghai public transport covers metro, bus, ferry and taxi, accessed with a Shanghai Public Transport Card. No DSSE-specific shuttle is documented in the captures, so plan metro or taxi legs and confirm routes live.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Shanghai Jiaotong University; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: December 2026
Temperature: Typical December range: 2-11°C (36-52°F); confirm the forecast before travel.
Seasonality: December is one of Shanghai's drier months, with occasional cold fronts that can bring wind and light rain; snow is uncommon. The conference falls in the northern winter, so indoor sessions and layered clothing are practical.
Packing: Typical December range: 2-11°C (36-52°F); confirm the forecast before travel. December is one of Shanghai's drier months, with occasional cold fronts that can bring wind and light rain; snow is uncommon. The conference falls in the northern winter, so indoor sessions and layered clothing are practic
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at 2026 International Conference on Data Science and Software Engineering (DSSE 2026) usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Day 14 - Confirm DSSE 2026 registration status; the official site lists 30 November 2026 as the registration deadline.
T-2
Day 13 - Book flights to Shanghai Pudong (PVG) or Hongqiao (SHA); compare arrival times against the 25-27 December 2026 programme.
T-3
Day 12 - Reserve a hotel near Shanghai Jiaotong University or along the metro network; confirm cancellation policy for late-December travel.
T-4
Day 11 - Check visa requirements; the M visa is listed for commercial and trade activity, and academic conference travel may require a different category - confirm with the Chinese embassy or visa center.
T-5
Day 10 - Download the DSSE 2026 schedule and mark paper sessions, keynotes and poster slots relevant to your research.
T-6
Day 9 - Prepare questions or discussion points for authors and presenters; save the programme on your phone.
T-7
Day 8 - Arrange travel insurance and save emergency contacts; December in Shanghai can bring cold snaps.
T-8
Day 7 - Pack layers for 2-11°C typical December days and comfortable shoes for campus walking.
T-9
Day 6 - Set up payment for metro and taxi rides; a Shanghai Public Transport Card or mobile payment app is commonly used.
T-10
Day 5 - Confirm the airport-to-venue route; PVG is about 46.5 km and SHA about 19.1 km from central Shanghai.
T-11
Day 4 - Check venue access details and registration desk hours on dsse-conf.net; no DSSE-specific shuttle is documented.
T-12
Day 3 - Charge devices and download offline maps; save the venue address in Chinese for taxi drivers.
T-13
Day 2 - Recheck flight and hotel bookings; late December is holiday season in many countries, so reconfirm transfers.
T-14
Day 1 - Arrive, collect your badge, and test the metro or taxi route to the venue before the first session.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Shanghai Jiaotong University
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
22026 International Conference on Data Science and Software Engineering (DSSE 2026) registration concourse
Shanghai Jiaotong University
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Shanghai Jiaotong University
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsCN¥190.00
- Per diem × 2CN¥150.00
Estimated totalCN¥340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether 2026 International Conference on Data Science and Software Engineering (DSSE 2026) fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For 2026 International Conference on Data Science and Software Engineering (DSSE 2026), what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Data science tools and software and Machine learning algorithms and applications solutions and benchmarking suppliers at 2026 International Conference on Data Science and Software Engineering (DSSE 2026) in Shanghai.
Min. budget
$450.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Data science tools and software and Machine learning algorithms and applications products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Shanghai show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Glossary
- DSSE
- International Conference on Data Science and Software Engineering, scheduled for 25-27 December 2026 in Shanghai, China.
- Data science
- The field that combines statistics, machine learning, data engineering and domain knowledge to extract insight from data; a core track at DSSE 2026.
- Software engineering
- The disciplined design, development, testing and maintenance of software systems; DSSE 2026 pairs it with data science methods.
- Cyber-physical systems
- Systems that integrate computation, networking and physical processes; named in the DSSE 2026 call as a core theme alongside data-driven discovery.
- Data-driven discovery
- Research that uses large-scale data analysis and computational methods to generate or validate scientific findings.
- Paper submission deadline
- 30 September 2026, per the DSSE 2026 official site; the cutoff for submitting research papers for review.
- Notification of acceptance
- 30 October 2026, per the DSSE 2026 official site; the date authors learn whether their paper is accepted.
- Registration deadline
- 30 November 2026, per the DSSE 2026 official site; the date by which authors and attendees should complete registration.
- Camera-ready
- The final revised version of an accepted paper prepared for the proceedings; typically due after acceptance notification.
- Peer review
- Independent assessment of submitted research by programme committee members and reviewers; the basis for acceptance at DSSE 2026.
- M visa
- Chinese visa category for commercial and trade activity, listed by the Chinese Visa Application Service Center; check whether it applies to your conference travel.
- Shanghai Public Transport Card
- Stored-value card accepted across Shanghai metro, buses, ferries and taxis; useful for airport-to-venue and hotel-to-venue legs.
- PVG and SHA
- IATA codes for Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), the two main gateways for DSSE 2026.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- International Conference 2026
- International Conference Shanghai 2026
- Data Science 2026
- Data Science Shanghai 2026
- Software Engineering 2026
- Software Engineering Shanghai 2026
- DSSE 2026
- DSSE Shanghai 2026
- Shanghai China
- Conference Academic Shanghai
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