International Journal Software Engineering and Computer Science (IJSECS), Vol. 4 No. 1 (April 2024), features diverse studies on contemporary software engineering and computer science issues. The edition covers topics such as machine learning applications in natural disaster classification, load balancing in SD-WAN for efficient internet bandwidth management, and the utilization of Naïve Bayes for hoax news classification. It also includes research on augmented reality to aid learning in preschool and for students with intellectual disabilities, optimization techniques for e-commerce and electoral predictions, and the impact of technological advancements on higher education. Additionally, the journal explores IoT for agricultural monitoring, mobile applications for maternal health, and security in classical cryptography. Each article demonstrates innovative solutions and methodologies addressing real-world challenges, contributing significantly to the field's advancement. The issue emphasizes the practical application of algorithms and system designs to improve efficiency and user experience across various domains.