SODA Review Process Guide
Guides researchers through the ACM-SIAM SODA conference peer review lifecycle, review triage, and rebuttal strategy.
SODA Review Process Guide provides theoretical computer science researchers with an end-to-end understanding of the ACM-SIAM Symposium on Discrete Algorithms (SODA) review pipeline. From HotCRP bidding and lightweight double-blind refereeing by external subreviewers to September author responses and October decisions, this skill helps authors interpret review packets using structured F/L/S/C classification (factual, literature, significance, and correctness), optimize high-leverage rebuttal arguments, and plan strategic post-decision next steps across target theoretical venues.
Key Features
01Explains lightweight double-blind policies, subreviewer dynamics, and PC deliberations
02Identifies high-leverage rebuttal points to correct factual and literature errors
03Breaks down the full SODA review timeline from HotCRP submission to PC decisions
04Implements structured F/L/S/C classification to parse review packets systematically
05Recommends post-decision strategies including resubmission routes to STOC, FOCS, and ESA
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Use Cases
01Triaging SODA reviewer comments under tight 3-day author response windows
02Navigating post-rejection routing to alternative venues like ITCS, SOSA, or ICALP
03Deciding whether a borderline submission can be saved through factual rebuttals