2nd Edition · Sep 2026

International Summer School on LLM-based Agents for Software Engineering

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Sep 9-11, 2026 University of Extremadura, Cáceres, Spain In-Person Event Free Registration & Accommodation
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About

A meeting point for the next wave of AI-augmented engineering

The Second International Summer School on LLM-based Agents for Software Engineering covers the latest trends related to the application of Artificial Intelligence techniques in software development. Building on the success of the 2025 inaugural edition.

What you'll explore

Three intensive days of lectures, hands-on workshops and discussions led by senior researchers and industry practitioners working at the intersection of LLM-based agents and software engineering.

A panel of high-level speakers with extensive experience in the research lines pursued within the program.
Agents for SE Tasks

Requirements, coding, testing, deployment, and other software engineering activities augmented by LLM-based agents.

Evaluation & Benchmarking

Monitoring and evaluation frameworks for agentic systems in software engineering contexts.

Hybrid Teams

Human-agent collaboration methodologies and frameworks for effective software development.

Program Chairs

i3Lab by Quercus group & INTIA — University of Extremadura

Roberto Rodríguez Echeverría
Chair
Roberto Rodríguez Echeverría

Associate Professor · University of Extremadura

José María Conejero
Chair
José María Conejero

Associate Professor · University of Extremadura

Agenda

Three days, one program

  1. 08:30
    Registration
  2. 09:00
    School Opening
  3. 09:20Talk
    Towards Comprehensive Benchmarking Infrastructure for LLMs In Software Engineering
  4. 10:30
    Coffee Break
  5. 11:00Talk
    Talk title to be announced
  6. 12:15Talk
    Governing Code with Specification-Driven Development.
  7. 13:30
    Lunch
  8. 15:00 – 17:00 Workshop
    Workshop 1. Towards Comprehensive Benchmarking Infrastructure for LLMs In Software Engineering.
  9. 17:00 – 19:00 Workshop
    Workshop 2: Specification Driven Development
  10. 20:30
    Tourism Activity
  1. 09:00Talk
    Human vs. AI Code: Understanding Systematic Differences and Their Root Causes
  2. 10:30
    Coffee Break
  3. 11:00Talk
    Talk title to be announced
  4. 12:15Talk
    Assessing the Quality and Security of AI-Generated Code: A Quantitative Analysis
  5. 13:30
    Lunch
  6. 15:00 – 18:00 Workshop
    Workshop 3: AC/DC (Agent Centric Development Cycle)
  7. 19:15
    Tourism Activity
  8. 21:00
    Gala Dinner
  1. 09:00Talk
    Task-oriented conversational agents (first part)
  2. 10:30
    Coffee Break
  3. 11:00Talk
    Task-oriented conversational agents (second part)
  4. 12:15Talk
    Assurance-driven security engineering and the roles of LLM-based agents
  5. 13:30
    Lunch
  6. 15:00 – 18:00 Workshop
    Workshop 4: Hands-on — Building Cooperative LLM Agent Workflows for Anti-pattern detection, Code Smell and Technical Debt Resolution
Speakers

A panel of leading voices

From top universities and global tech companies — researchers and practitioners shaping the future of LLM-based agents for software engineering.

Juan de Lara
Juan de Lara

Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Spain

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Antonio Mastropaolo
Antonio Mastropaolo

Department of Computer Science, William & Mary, USA

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Carlos García Martínez
Carlos García Martínez

Universidad de Córdoba, Spain

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Olivier Schmitt
Olivier Schmitt

Sonar Source

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Priyansh Trivedi
Priyansh Trivedi

Sonar Source

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Cristina Improta
Cristina Improta

Dept. of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, University of Naples Federico II, Italy

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Karthik Shivashankar
Karthik Shivashankar

SINTEF Digital, Norway

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Phu Nguyen
Phu Nguyen

SINTEF Digital, Norway

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Giovanni Rosa
Giovanni Rosa

Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (URJC)

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Gregorio Robles
Gregorio Robles

Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (URJC)

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José Luis Redondo
José Luis Redondo

Spotify

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Adela Nedisan Videsjorden
Adela Nedisan Videsjorden

SINTEF Digital, Norway

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Audience

Who is this for?

Designed for professionals and students passionate about the intersection of AI and software engineering.

PhD Students

Primarily those in early stages, but also others interested in applying these techniques to their research.

Research guidance
Hands-on experience
Networking opportunities
University Professors

Educators seeking to integrate the school's topics into their courses or curricula.

Curriculum enhancement
Teaching resources
Academic collaboration
Industry Professionals

Software development practitioners aiming to enhance productivity through new AI techniques.

Practical implementation
Industry insights
Professional growth
Prerequisites

Basic understanding of software engineering concepts and familiarity with programming languages. No prior AI experience required.

Certificate

All participants will receive a certificate of completion.

Venue · Dates

Three days in a UNESCO city

The school takes place at INTIA, University of Extremadura — in the heart of Cáceres, a city blending Roman, Islamic, Gothic and Renaissance influences.

Discover Cáceres, a magnificent UNESCO World Heritage city founded in 25 BC that seamlessly blends Roman, Islamic, Gothic and Renaissance influences. Its perfectly preserved medieval quarter features imposing city walls, noble houses, and towers that transport visitors back through centuries of Spanish history.

Beyond its rich historical legacy, modern Cáceres thrives as a cultural center, home to the internationally acclaimed Helga de Alvear Museum of Contemporary Art. The city's exceptional culinary scene is crowned by Atrio, a three-Michelin-starred restaurant nestled within the ancient walls.

Surrounded by the enchanting Extremadura landscape, the city proudly preserves its heritage while embracing its future as a candidate for European Capital of Culture 2031.

Photographs courtesy of Silvia Sierra Álvarez

Experience

Beyond the talks

Social events and accommodation curated to make the most of your stay in Cáceres.

Social events

Where to stay

Free Accommodation Available

We are pleased to offer free accommodation at the AHC Hotel. To help us manage bookings, please indicate in the registration form whether or not you will be using this accommodation

Hotel AHC Cáceres Free

Less than 2 km from the venue.

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Alternative Accommodation

If you prefer not to stay at the AHC Hotel, you are welcome to arrange your own lodging. Here are some recommended options you can explore:

Gran Hotel Don Manuel Premium

Special UEx rates · less than 3 km from venue.

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Colegio Mayor Antonio Franco Residence

Modern residence with excellent facilities.

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Residencia Mario Roso de Luna Residence

Traditional university residence.

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Registration

It's free — thanks to our sponsors

Registration fee

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Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, registration for the school is completely free for all attendees.

Registration will remain open until June 28th, 2026

REGISTRATION FORM
Contact the organizers
José María Conejero Manzano
Associate Professor · University of Extremadura chemacm@unex.es
Partners

Made possible by our partners

i3Lab by Quercus Software Engineering Group and INTIA at the University of Extremadura — supported by an outstanding network of institutions and sponsors.