IEEE Computer Society Membership

Cecelia Huffman

Manager, Membership Development

About the Computer SocietyAbout the Computer Society

With nearly 85,000 members, the IEEE Computer Society is the world’s leading organization of computing professionals. Founded in 1946, and the largest of the 38 IEEE societies, the Computer Society is dedicated to advancing the theory and application of computing and information technology.

With about 40% of our members living and working outside the United States, the Computer Society fosters international communication, cooperation, and information exchange.

7 Great Reasons for Joining the 7 Great Reasons for Joining the IEEE Computer Society IEEE Computer Society

1. No dues increases—membership is still only $99!

2. Free access to 600 top technology and business titles from Safari® Books Online

3. Free access to 3,500 online professional development and technology courses in multiple languages

4. Numerous social networking opportunities to help keep pace with the rapid changes in technology

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5. Best rates on our publications, conferences, and certification programs—exclusively for members

6. New standards—in evolving areas such as sustainable computing and green design

7. Six e-communications providing convenient access to Society news, industry trends, and an important connection to the community

Online BooksOnline Books

Computer Society members have access to 600 titles from Safari® Books Online, featuring books from top publishers such as O’Reilly Media, Peachpit, Addison Wesley, Prentice Hall, FT Press, IBM Press, Microsoft Press, Cisco Press, Adobe Press, and more.

Sample Titles

Eat That Frog!: 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time Head First Design Patterns Pro C# 2008 and the .NET 3.5 Platform, 4th Edition C# 2008 for Programmers: Deitel® Developer Series, 3rd Edition Algorithms in a Nutshell Head First Statistics The Best Software Writing I: Selected and Introduced by Joel Spolsky

Online CoursesOnline Courses

Members can also access nearly 3,500 online courses in five main categories: Computer Professional, Security, Business Fundamentals, Office Productivity, and Cisco. Powered by Element K®, these courses are available in10 different languages.

Sample Courses

TCP/IP Introduction and Advanced Managing Projects (Second Edition) Certified Ethical Hacker: Additional Hacking Tools C++ Programming: Introduction .NET Framework: Introduction Applying Leadership Basics (Second Edition) E-Business: Fundamentals of E-Commerce

Online CoursesOnline Courses

Topic Areas for New Course Releases

Adobe Pack Design & Media Business Ethics: Demo Course Business Fundamentals Premium Linux Network & Operating Systems TRA Communication Technology Microsoft Complete AND Networks & Operating Systems Microsoft Complete AND Programming & Web Development

PublicationsPublications

IEEE Computer Society publishes a variety of high-quality, specialized magazines and journals that represent the best in current research, developments, and timely information. Computer Society members enjoy as much as 50% off the nonmember rate.

Members can also subscribe to the Computer Society Digital Library (CSDL)—the premier collection of computing periodicals and conference publications at a special low rate. A subscription to CSDL provides unlimited online access to all 27 Computer Society periodicals and much more.

ConferencesConferences

IEEE Computer Society sponsors or cosponsors more than 200 technical conferences worldwide each year. Computer Society members enjoy a 25% savings on registration fees for a wide range of conferences, symposia, and workshops.

These events are dedicated to providing computing professionals with innovative forums for the identification, creation, and exchange of highly peer-reviewed scientific and technological knowledge that benefits our members, the profession, and humanity.

Certification ProgramsCertification Programs

The CSDA credential is intended for graduating software engineers and entry-level software professionals, while the CSDP credential is for mid-career software professionals  looking to advance in their careers. Computer Society members receive significant discounts on e-learning preparation courses and examination fees for the these credentials.

In a world where software is pervasive, the need for competent software development professionals is greater than ever. Certification benefits not only recent graduates and experienced professionals, but also their employers.

Special Student Member PackageSpecial Student Member Package

Join IEEE and the IEEE Computer Societyand receive FREE access to the

Computer Society Digital Library (CSDL)

Student Member benefits also include Free access to development software from Microsoft Free access to 600 technical and business titles from Safari®

Books Online Access to 3,500 online courses powered by Element K® Valuable networking opportunities through membership in their

local chapter

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More Reasons to Become a Computer More Reasons to Become a Computer Society MemberSociety Member

Membership in one of 300 local chapters worldwide—offering opportunities to network and learn from the experiences of fellow professionals and students in your area.

Participation in up to four of more than 40 Technical Committees—work side-by-side with industry colleagues and the top leaders in the field.

Participation in over 160 Standards Working Groups—gain professional stature, serve the public interest, and keep your employer informed of the latest standards.

Eligibility to get recognized for outstanding technical achievements, as well as service to the profession and the society, through our prestigious awards programs

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Full-Year Membership DuesApplications received August 16 – February 28

$99 New IEEE Computer Society-only member $52 Add Computer Society to IEEE membership $40 New student member

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Half-Year Membership DuesApplications received March 1 – August 15

$50 New IEEE Computer Society-only member $26 Add Computer Society to IEEE membership $20 New student member

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