Proceedings of the ACM on Programming Languages (PACMPL) is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes research papers on all aspects of programming languages. The journal covers a wide range of topics including language design, implementation, semantics, compilers, runtime systems, formal methods, and programming environments.
Objective:
The primary objective of PACMPL is to provide a platform for researchers and practitioners to publish high-quality, original research papers that advance the field of programming languages. The journal aims to foster innovation, promote rigorous scientific methods, and facilitate the exchange of ideas and results among researchers and practitioners in academia and industry.
Interdisciplinary Approach:
PACMPL adopts an interdisciplinary approach, welcoming contributions from various related fields such as computer science, software engineering, programming language theory, type systems, formal methods, and human-computer interaction. This collaborative perspective enables the exploration of new ideas and the development of foundational and practical advancements in programming languages.
Impact:
The journal has a significant impact on the academic community and industry by influencing the development and evolution of programming languages and related technologies. Its publications contribute to the understanding of language design principles, the development of efficient and secure programming environments, and advancements in software development practices. The research published in PACMPL informs the design of new programming languages and tools, shaping the future of computing.
Significance:
The significance of Proceedings of the ACM on Programming Languages (PACMPL) lies in its role as a premier venue for disseminating cutting-edge research in programming languages. By publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed articles, PACMPL supports the advancement of theory and practice in programming language research, driving innovation in software development, computational methodologies, and technological applications worldwide.
Journal Home:  Journal Homepage
Editor-in-Chief:  Michael Hicks
scope:
The Proceedings of the ACM on Programming Languages (PACMPL) is a journal that focuses on research in programming languages and software systems. Here is an overview of its scope:
1. Programming Language Design and Implementation:
Novel programming language designs
Compiler construction and optimization techniques
Runtime systems and virtual machines
2. Formal Methods and Semantics:
Formal verification of programs and systems
Type systems and program analysis
Logic and semantics of programming languages
3. Software Engineering and Development:
Programming tools and environments
Software architecture and design methodologies
Testing, debugging, and maintenance
4. Concurrent, Parallel, and Distributed Systems:
Programming languages and models for concurrency
Distributed algorithms and systems
Parallel processing and multicore architectures
5. Language Support for Security and Privacy:
Security models and enforcement mechanisms
Privacy-preserving programming languages and techniques
6. Applications of Programming Languages:
Domain-specific languages (DSLs)
Programming language support for specific domains (e.g., web development, scientific computing)
Case studies and empirical studies of language use
7. Emerging Topics and Innovations:
Trends in programming language research
New paradigms and approaches in language design
Impact of hardware and architectural trends on programming languages
Print ISSN:  24751421
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Abstracting and Indexing:  Scopus
Imapct Factor 2023:  2.2
Subject Area and Category:   Computer Science, Software, Engineering, Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
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H Index:  45
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Cite Score:  5.2
SNIP:  0.876
Journal Rank(SJR):  1.242
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Guidelines for Authors: Proceedings of the ACM on Programming Languages Author Guidelines
Paper Submissions: Paper Submissions in Proceedings of the ACM on Programming Languages
Publisher:  Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
Country:  United States