About ACM Richmond
A professional chapter of the Association for Computing Machinery, rooted in Richmond, VA.
Our Mission
ACM Richmond exists to advance the computing profession in the greater Richmond area. We host expert-led talks, hands-on workshops, and collaborative events that help local technologists grow their skills, stay current with the industry, and build meaningful professional connections.
We are affiliated with the global Association for Computing Machinery, the world's largest computing professional society. Our chapter brings ACM's global knowledge network and standards to the Richmond tech community.
What We Do
Lightning Talks
Short, punchy presentations from local practitioners — real-world lessons in 10 minutes.
Technical Talks
In-depth sessions from domain experts on AI, cloud, software architecture, and emerging tech.
Workshops
Hands-on learning experiences — build real skills through guided exercises and live demos.
Hackathons
Collaborative challenges where teams tackle real problems and showcase creative solutions.
Networking
Connect with Richmond's tech community — find collaborators, mentors, and opportunities.
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Meet the Team →Our Values
🔬 Technical Excellence
We prioritize substance over hype — curating content that is rigorous, practical, and grounded in real engineering experience.
🤝 Inclusive Community
Every event is free and open to all. We welcome students, career-changers, junior engineers, and seasoned veterans equally.
🔒 Integrity & Trust
Our speakers are vetted by officers. Content is controlled via the ACM Richmond GitHub repository — no anonymous submissions.