The 7th International Conference on Edge Computing (EDGE 2023) convened to explore the latest advancements and future directions in the field. This volume presents the refereed proceedings from the conference, featuring 8 carefully selected full papers that emerged from 14 submissions. The papers are organized to cover the practical applications of edge computing, identify emerging research trends, and chart the future trajectory of this critical technology.

This collection of papers represents the cutting edge of research presented at EDGE 2023. The selection process, involving a review of 14 submissions down to 8 full papers, suggests a high standard for the included research. The organization into practice, emerging topics, and future directions indicates a comprehensive overview of the current state and potential evolution of edge computing.