ACM Computing Surveys

ACM Computing Surveys, published by the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), is a premier peer-reviewed journal that serves as a cornerstone of the computer science literature. With an ISSN of 0360-0300 and a remarkable 2026 Impact Factor of 30.400, it is consistently ranked in the JCR Q1 quartile, placing it among the most influential and highly cited journals in the field. The journal’s scope is exceptionally broad, encompassing comprehensive surveys and tutorials that cover every major area of computing, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, cybersecurity, software engineering, computer networks, distributed systems, human-computer interaction, and theoretical computer science. Unlike journals that publish original research articles, ACM Computing Surveys exclusively features in-depth review and survey articles. These contributions synthesize, analyze, and critically evaluate the state of the art in a given domain, identifying open problems, emerging trends, and future research directions. The journal is therefore an indispensable resource for researchers, graduate students, practicing engineers, and educators who require authoritative, high-level overviews to navigate vast and rapidly evolving fields. A notable feature is its commitment to open access options, allowing authors to make their work freely available through ACM’s Open Access program, which significantly enhances the global dissemination of knowledge. Owing to its exceptional impact factor and rigorous editorial standards, ACM Computing Surveys stands as the definitive reference for comprehensive, high-quality surveys in computer science, making it an essential publication for anyone seeking to understand the current landscape and future trajectory of the discipline.