Paper submission
The papers are submitted using EasyChair system. The submission system is open, so you can submit your paper today!
Submission Guidelines
VikingPLoP accepts papers containing patterns or pattern languages as well as
experience reports and papers related to the theory and use of patterns.
Papers submitted to VikingPLoP cover a wide range of subjects, from technical issues,
like distributed machine control and C++ programming, to social and organization
issues. We expect that paper topics cover a wide range of domains such as:
- Software development: design, architecture, management and processes
- Human computer interaction (user-interface aspects and novel modes of interaction)
- Pedagogy and education (both professional training and classroom teaching)
- Business and organizational questions
The submitted papers should contain one or more patterns and have up to 10 pages following LNCS format guidelines. However, we are not too strict
on this limitations and longer pattern languages or sequences and work-in-progress papers will also be considered for
inclusion. If the submission is longer than 10 pages, the workshop does not have time to discuss the whole paper in detail. All accepted papers will receive in-depth shepherding by an experienced
pattern author before the conference.
First-time pattern authors are especially welcomed to participate in the
conference. If any questions will arise, contact the conference chairs.
We also accept papers on the application of patterns in practice. The focus of these papers
should be on applications of patterns in industrial projects, as well as on
systematizing the application of patterns. They should stimulate a general
discussion on how to disseminate the patterns literature more widely in higher
education and training.
Submission Procedure
There is a three stage submission process:
- Initial submissions should be made by January 20th, 2013 (EXTENDED deadline). Papers will be assessed
for suitability. Accepted papers are then assigned a shepherd who will help the
author improve the paper for several weeks.
- Half way through the shepherding process, on February 22nd, authors are expected
to submit a second draft. The paper will be assessed for quality and the author's
willingness to accept feedback. This review will determine whether a
paper is accepted to the conference or not.
- Authors and shepherds are expected to continue working on the paper until
March 11th, 2013. Final drafts for the conference should be submitted on this date. The authors of accepted papers are also expected to register for the conference
before the close of early registration on this date. Failure to do so may
result in acceptance being withdrawn. In the case of papers with multiple
authors at least one author is expected to register to attend by the close
of early registrations.
The submission system can be found here.
