3RD INTERNATIONAL
REINFORCEMENT
LEARNING BOOTCAMP
SEPTEMBER 16–18, 2026
PLUS UNIVERSITY SALZBURG
SEPTEMBER 16–18, 2026
PLUS UNIVERSITY SALZBURG
Reinforcement Learning (RL) is at the forefront of artificial intelligence, driving breakthrough innovations in robotics, autonomous systems, game playing, and complex decision-making.
However, moving from theory to practice is a major hurdle. Translating a real-world control problem into a well-defined Markov Decision Process (MDP) is highly non-trivial, and training often introduces tough challenges around stability, convergence, and policy evaluation.
This bootcamp is designed to bridge that gap. By lowering the barriers to practical application, we aim to make RL an accessible and powerful tool for both research and industry-all within a highly collaborative, friendly, and open-minded learning environment where participants can connect and grow together.
RegisterOur bootcamp offers a unique opportunity to learn from experts in the field
Ideal for students, professionals, and enthusiasts with a basic understanding of machine learning who want to deepen their knowledge in reinforcement learning.
Learn theory and hands-on techniques from leading experts with real-world experience in applying RL to solve complex problems.
Stay ahead of the curve with lessons on the latest RL algorithms, tools, and best practices.
The stunning setting of Salzburg is meant to inspire your learning journey and fuel your creativity.
Learn from leaders in the field of Reinforcement Learning
The event is hosted by the IDA Lab (Smart Analytics and Reinforcement Learning team) at PLUS University of Salzburg, in collaboration with AI Austria, the RL Community, JOANNEUM RESEARCH ROBOTICS, JOANNEUM RESEARCH DIGITAL, and DIH West. It is offered free of charge through the initiative and commitment of the organizing institutions, ensuring accessibility for all those interested in Reinforcement Learning.
University of Leoben, Austria
"The benefits of satisficing in reinforcement learning"
Bio & Abstract
University of Leoben, Austria
"Learning Humanoid Robot Policies for Industrial Tasks"
Bio & AbstractBuilding on the success of our previous bootcamps
Over 100 participants from 12 countries joined the 2nd RL Bootcamp in Salzburg. The program featured keynotes by Sergey Levine (UC Berkeley), Peter Auer (University of Leoben), and Samuele Tosatto (University of Innsbruck), alongside hands-on sessions on policy gradients, actor-critic methods, and an end-to-end robotics case study.
Participants of the 2nd RL Bootcamp
at PLUS University Salzburg, 2025.
Photo by Simon Haigermoser
Our inaugural bootcamp was a tremendous success, bringing together over 75 participants from 7 countries. The event featured keynote speakers from Google DeepMind, the German Aerospace Center (DLR), and leading research institutions.
Participants of the 1st RL Bootcamp
at PLUS University Salzburg, 2024.
Photo by Simon Haigermoser
Meet the team behind the 3rd International Reinforcement Learning Bootcamp
Our event is made possible by support from these outstanding organizations
