Communications of the ACM

Association for Computing Machinery

Global Reach for Global Opportunities in Computing

Dear Colleague, Today’s computing professionals are at the forefront of the technologies that drive innovation across diverse disciplines and international boundaries with increasing speed. In this environment, ACM offers advantages to computing researchers, practitioners, educators and students who are committed to self-improvement and success in their chosen fields.

ACM members benefit from a broad spectrum of state-of-the-art resources. From Special Interest Group conferences to world-class publications and peer-reviewed journals, from online lifelong learning resources to mentoring opportunities, from recognition programs to leadership opportunities, ACM helps computing professionals stay connected with academic research, emerging trends, and the technology trailblazers who are leading the way. These benefits include:

Timely access to relevant information

• Communications of the ACM magazine • ACM Queue website for practitioners • Option to subscribe to the ACM Digital Library

• ACM’s 50+ journals and magazines at member-only rates • TechNews, tri-weekly email digest • ACM SIG conference proceedings and discounts

Resources to enhance your career

• ACM Tech Packs, exclusive annotated reading lists compiled by experts • Learning Center books, courses, webinars and resources for lifelong learning • Option to join 36 Special Interest Groups (SIGs) and hundreds of local chapters

• ACM Career & Job Center for career-enhancing benefits
• CareerNews, email digest
• Recognition of achievement through Fellows and Distinguished Member Programs
As an ACM member, you gain access to ACM’s worldwide network of more than 100,000 members from
nearly 200 countries. ACM’s global reach includes councils in Europe, India, and China to expand high-
quality member activities and initiatives. By participating in ACM’s multi-faceted global resources, you
have the opportunity to develop friendships and relationships with colleagues and mentors that can
advance your knowledge and skills in unforeseen ways.

ACM welcomes computing professionals and students from all backgrounds, interests, and pursuits. Please take a moment to consider the value of an ACM membership for your career and for your future in the dynamic computing profession.