iSAQB Software Architecture Gathering 2026
Here you’ll find answers to frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the Software Architecture Gathering 2026 in Berlin – from tickets and discounts to workshops, venues and hotels. Can’t find your question? Contact us at conference@isaqb.org.
SAG is an international conference for software architects, developers, QA professionals and system analysts. It offers practical knowledge for designing and building software systems, with talks, keynotes and workshops led by international experts.
SAG is a meeting place for the international software architecture community – bringing together 65+ renowned speakers and experts from around the world.
But what makes SAG special goes beyond the program itself. Our speakers don’t simply give their talks or workshops and leave. Throughout the conference, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to meet them, exchange ideas, ask questions, and continue conversations beyond the sessions.
It’s this direct exchange that defines the spirit of SAG: internationally recognized experts, practitioners, and participants coming together as one community. With its warm, open, and personal atmosphere, SAG is a place to learn from each other, make meaningful connections, and feel welcome from the moment you arrive.
SAG 2026 takes place from November 16 to 19 in Berlin. The main venue is Titanic Chaussee Berlin, Chausseestraße 30, 10115 Berlin. Some workshops take place at other nearby venues; check your workshop page for the exact location.
The eight tracks cover architecture foundations; emerging technologies and quantum computing; socio-technical architecture; modern architectural practices; architecture in the age of AI; security, resilience and sustainability; lessons learned from practice; and ideas outside traditional architecture categories. Use the program filters to explore individual sessions.
Yes. The entire conference program is held in English.
No, an iSAQB® CPSA certification is not required to attend SAG.
All sessions, keynotes, and workshops are clearly marked as introductory, intermediate, or advanced, giving you an indication of the level of prior knowledge expected. This makes it easy to choose the program content that best matches your experience and interests.
Choose the 2-Day Pass if you only want to attend the main conference with sessions and keynotes on November 17 and 18.
For the complete SAG experience, choose the 4-Day Pass, which includes the main conference as well as the Workshop Days on November 16 and 19. After adding the 4-Day Pass to your cart, you can select your preferred workshop for each Workshop Day during the booking process.
If you would only like to attend a workshop, you can also book an individual full-day workshop for either November 16 or November 19 directly in the ticket shop.
All prices shown in the ticket shop exclude 19% VAT.
| Ticket | Dates | Early Bird price |
|---|---|---|
| 2-Day Pass | November 17 and 18 | €999 |
| 4-Day Pass | November 16 to 19 | €1,899 |
| Individual full-day workshop | November 16 or 19 | €649 |
All ticket types include catering throughout the day, including drinks, lunch, and snacks, as well as a certificate of participation and access to the presentation slides after the conference.
What else is included depends on your ticket:
SAG offers several early booking rates, so booking early pays off:
In addition to these early booking rates, we offer further discounts that are available throughout all booking phases:
And yes, discounts can be combined: the CPSA Discount or an Individual Discount can be used together with the Team Discount, and both apply in addition to the current early booking rate.
You can easily register your team directly through the ticket shop. When booking three or more tickets, the 10% Team Discount applies.
During the booking process, you’ll be asked to provide your billing address and the email address to which the invoice should be sent.
Once the ticket purchase is completed, the invoice will be automatically sent to the email address provided during booking.
Yes, you can cancel your ticket free of charge up to 14 days before the event starts.
To cancel your booking, simply access your order through Pretix using the link provided in your booking confirmation email. Alternatively, you can request a cancellation by emailing workshops@heise.de.
If you wish to cancel your booking less than 14 days before the event starts, please contact workshops@heise.de directly. An appropriate cancellation fee will be charged based on an individual assessment of your case.
If you would like to transfer your ticket to someone else, you can easily update the attendee details directly in Pretix by accessing your order.
The main conference takes place on November 17 and 18, featuring a diverse program of sessions, keynotes, and a speaker panel. You are free to choose which sessions you would like to attend, allowing you to tailor your conference experience to your personal interests and learning goals.
The workshop days on November 16 and 19 offer full-day, hands-on workshops covering a wide range of software architecture topics. These interactive workshops provide the opportunity to dive deeper into specific subjects, expand your expertise, and develop practical skills that you can apply in your daily work.
You can book individual full-day workshops directly through the ticket shop by selecting your preferred workshop.
Alternatively, if you book the 4-Day Pass, you can select your preferred workshops for November 16 and 19 during the booking process, after adding the pass to your cart.
If you would like to change your workshop selection after booking, please email workshops@heise.de.
If your preferred workshop is sold out, you can join the waiting list directly through Pretix.
If a spot becomes available, places will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, following the order of the waiting list. You will be contacted by email when a spot becomes available for you.
If we don’t receive a response within 24 hours, the available spot will be offered to the next person on the waiting list.
We generally recommend bringing a laptop to your workshop. No additional preparation is required unless otherwise specified by the speaker in the workshop description.
Please check your selected workshop’s description in advance for any specific requirements or preparation instructions.
Most workshops take place at the main venue, Titanic Chaussee Berlin (Chausseestraße 30, 10115 Berlin).
Some workshops are held at two nearby hotels, both within easy walking distance of the main venue:
Please check your selected workshop’s detail page to find out which venue your workshop will take place at.
Absolutely! SAG offers plenty of opportunities to connect with speakers and exchange ideas throughout the conference. You can ask questions during the Q&A sessions following their talks, engage in conversations during breaks, or meet them in a more relaxed setting at the Get-together on November 17.
Our interactive Speaker Panel (Fishbowl Discussion) also invites attendees to actively join the conversation, share their perspectives, and contribute to the discussion.
What makes SAG particularly special is that our speakers don’t simply give their talks and leave. Many of them actively engage with the conference community, mingling with attendees and welcoming interesting conversations throughout the event. While we can’t guarantee that every speaker will be available for individual conversations outside their sessions, there are plenty of opportunities to connect and exchange ideas.
SAG offers plenty of opportunities to connect and network throughout the conference – whether during breaks, in the expo area, or through spontaneous conversations with fellow attendees, speakers, and industry experts.
Our Get-together on November 17, included in both the 2-Day and 4-Day Passes, provides a relaxed way to round off the day. Enjoy snacks, drinks, and fun games while meeting new people, exchanging ideas, and connecting with the international software architecture community.
Yes, catering is included in all ticket types. Throughout both the Workshop Days and the main conference, you’ll be provided with drinks, snacks, and lunch to keep you refreshed throughout the day.
During the booking process, we’ll ask about any dietary preferences, food allergies, or intolerances so we can take your individual needs into account.
No, you don’t need to reserve seats for individual sessions. You are free to choose which sessions you would like to attend and move between conference tracks based on your interests and preferences.
Accommodation is not included in your conference ticket and must be booked separately.
We have reserved a limited number of rooms at special rates for SAG attendees at the following hotels:
You can find more information and booking links on our location page.
If the reserved room allocations are fully booked, please contact us at conference@isaqb.org. We’ll be happy to check whether additional rooms can be made available at the special rates.
Presentation slides will be made available through the EventMobi conference app within one week after the conference.
Please note that not all speakers may choose to share their slides, so we cannot guarantee that presentations from every session will be available.
Yes! You will receive a certificate of participation after attending a workshop or the main conference. The certificate will be sent automatically to the attendee email address provided during ticket booking.
Yes! We use the EventMobi conference app to provide attendees with all the important information about SAG and to enhance their conference experience.
During the ticket booking process, you’ll be asked for your consent to add your name and email address to the app. If you agree, you’ll receive an email with instructions on how to access the app approximately one week before the conference.
The app offers several useful features:
We highly recommend using the app to make the most of your SAG experience!
No, attending SAG or its workshops does not earn you credit points towards the iSAQB CPSA Advanced Level certification.
All three SAG venues – our main conference venue and the two additional hotels hosting selected workshops – state that they offer accessible facilities.
For detailed information about accessibility and specific requirements, we recommend visiting the hotels’ websites or contacting them directly:
As accessibility needs can vary, we recommend checking directly with the respective hotel to ensure that its facilities meet your individual requirements.
For general questions about the conference, please contact conference@isaqb.org.
For specific inquiries, you can reach out to:
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