Join the HTribe Hardware Community
HTribe is a hardware community and maker network based in Hong Kong, with members around the world. It brings together engineers and makers with the people who source, produce, market and sell hardware. Whether you are an experienced professional or just getting started, membership is free.
Become a Member
Membership is free and takes only a few minutes.
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What Happens After You Sign Up?
Exclusive Communication Channels
You will receive invite links to our private WhatsApp groups and other communication channels where members collaborate daily.
Member Verification
Your membership is verified so you can redeem partner discounts and access member-only benefits.
Ongoing Perks & Opportunities
Stay informed about upcoming events, new partnerships, project collaborations, and career opportunities shared within the network.
Note: Exclusive links to WhatsApp groups and other communication channels are shared with you after you complete the membership form.
Why Join?
- Collaborate with everyone who helps hardware happen, from engineers and makers to the people who source, produce, market, and sell
- Attend regular workshops, meetups, and networking events
- Connect with potential employers and explore hardware career opportunities
- Find collaborators, co-founders, and discover paid project opportunities
- Access exclusive discounts at partner services, makerspaces, and hardware coworking spaces
- Learn from experienced professionals and industry experts
- Get direct feedback on your hardware projects from the community
Who Is HTribe Community For?
Hardware is never built by engineers alone. Bringing a product to life takes people who source components, run production, manage logistics, market the result, and sell it. If you work anywhere along that journey, or simply want to be part of it, you belong here.
Enthusiasts
Anyone curious about hardware innovation and eager to learn from the community.
Engineers
Mechanical, electrical, firmware, embedded, and AI hardware engineers looking to collaborate and grow.
Students
University students and recent graduates exploring hardware careers and projects.
Startups
Early-stage hardware startups needing design support, prototyping, or manufacturing guidance.
Makers
Hobbyists, tinkerers, and DIY builders who love creating physical technology.
Sourcing, Marketing & Operations
The people who turn prototypes into products on shelves: component sourcing, manufacturing, supply chain, marketing, and sales.
Member Perks
Verified HTribe members get exclusive discounts from our partners. After joining, email the partner from your registered HTribe email and CC info@htribe.co to redeem.
More partnerships and perks coming soon — stay tuned.
Addify Limited (addify3D)
10% off 3D printing filament and accessories
Email info@addify3d.com from your registered HTribe email, CC info@htribe.co
addify3d.comFabNotion
Discount on 3D printing services (varies by part and quantity)
Email info@fabnotion.com from your registered HTribe email, CC info@htribe.co
fabnotion.comCoworking Space & Makerspace Discounts
Members get discounted rates at partner hardware coworking spaces and makerspaces across Hong Kong and Southern China. Access 3D printers, laser cutters, electronics benches and more, without buying the equipment yourself.
Hardware Meetups & Workshops in Hong Kong
We host regular community events, hands on workshops and networking sessions, from technical deep dives to casual meetups where members share projects and ideas. Most take place in Hong Kong, including sessions at partner makerspaces such as FabLab Hong Kong, and we are planning our first meetups in Shenzhen.
We regularly invite industry experts and experienced professionals to share their knowledge with the community.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HTribe Community?
HTribe Community is a hardware community based in Hong Kong. It brings together engineers, makers, founders and the people who source, produce, market and sell hardware. Members meet at events and workshops, share projects, find collaborators and get discounts from partner makerspaces and suppliers.
Who can join?
Anyone interested in hardware, from experienced professionals to students and hobbyists who are just getting started. You do not need an engineering background.
How much does membership cost?
Membership is free. Fill in the membership form and we will verify your membership so you can use member perks.
Where do events take place?
Most events take place in Hong Kong, including sessions at partner makerspaces such as FabLab Hong Kong. We are planning our first meetups in Shenzhen. Upcoming events are listed in the calendar on this page.
Do I need to live in Hong Kong?
No. Members are based in many countries and stay connected through our WhatsApp groups and other channels. Events are open to members whenever they are in town.
What kind of events do you run?
Hands on workshops, talks from industry experts, networking sessions and casual meetups where members share projects and ideas.
How do I redeem member perks?
After joining, email the partner from your registered HTribe email address and CC info@htribe.co.