Upcoming events
Mon 16 Nov, 09:30ttw Tech Week
One-Day Design Sprint: From Problem to Prototype
DesignFounders & fundraisingProduct
Got an idea or a challenge in your business? Join this hands-on workshop and use Design Thinking methods to explore user needs, uncover opportunities, brainstorm creative solutions, and turn your ideas into tangible prototypes. No design experience needed, just bring your ideas and curiosity! Workshop Schedule 10:00–12:00 | Understand the Problem Explore user needs, map the current user journey, and identify key challenges and opportunities. 13:00–14:00 | Brainstorm Solutions Generate ideas, explore different approaches, and select a direction to develop. 14:00–18:00 | From Idea to Prototype Structure the selected solution, define user flows, and create a first prototype. Meet Your Facilitators Juliette Vanhoeke — Senior Product Designer | B2B SaaS & Enterprise Software With over 11 years of experience, Juliette helps organizations tackle complex product challenges, particularly in B2B SaaS and enterprise software. She combines product strategy, UX research, and design to simplify inefficient workflows, navigate complex business requirements, and create intuitive products that serve both users and business goals. Her experience spans healthcare, legal tech, compliance, and public services. Aditya Kedia — Digital Product Strategist & Designer Aditya helps organizations get product decisions right. With 15 years across financial services, eCommerce, and AdTech, he cuts through complexity to build products that people actually use and that deliver measurable growth. Currently, he focuses on AI strategy and user experience, helping teams solve the right problems before mistakes get costly.
Day 1Open to the public
Mon 16 Nov, 19:00ttw Tech Week
Taipei Tech Meetup
AI & techSocial & networking
We are a community of developers, designers, PMs, and others in tech industry that meet weekly. This is a small informal event where we chat, show off projects, or work on them. We: · build individual projects · learn coding & skills from others · ask for help when stuck · share tips and network with like-minded people Please bring: Your laptop (optional, but recommended)
Taipei Tech MeetupOpen to the public
Tue 17 Nov, 18:00ttw Tech Week
Code Meets Animation: LottieFiles x The AI Collective
DesignAI & techProduct
AI can now turn a single sentence into a production-ready animation. That part is getting easy. The hard part is everything after: keeping motion consistent across a product, turning it into a system with tokens and rules, making sure it performs on every device, and actually shipping it. That gap is what Code Meets Animation is about, and it’s what we’re digging into for an evening in Taipei. The AI Collective Taipei is teaming up with LottieFiles for a night of conversation with local motion designers, a first look at new AI tools, a hands-on live challenge, and plenty of time to meet people building with motion and AI. Who this is for If you’re curious about AI and motion, you belong here. Especially: Motion designers and animators exploring AI in their workflow Product and frontend engineers (web, React Native, Flutter) Product designers without a motion background Design systems and interaction designers PMs, eng leads and founders Agency and freelance builders Entry: 1-drink minimum purchase at the venue. What’s happening: -Pre-event networking (30 min): Grab a bite and meet the room -Welcome to Code Meets Animation, Taipei edition by Madeline Chen, Product Marketer at LottieFiles, and Alix Zerd, The AI Collective Taipei (5 min) -Panel: AI in Motion Design (30 min): Cheng Ping Li and Poyin Chen on how AI is changing the craft, moderated by Alix Zerd, with audience Q&A -A first look at LottieFiles’ new AI tools for motion by Madeline Chen, Product Marketer at LottieFiles (15 min) -Live challenge (30 min): Build a UI animation using nothing but prompts in the tool you just saw. Bring your laptop and your best ideas. -Life Beyond the Prompt by Yaamin M, Sr Partnerships Manager at LottieFiles (15 min) -Networking (30 min) Topics we’ll cover Motion and AI, AI-powered production workflows, motion systems and governance, tokenization in motion, motion design and engineering, and motion at scale. What you’ll walk away with: -Swag from LottieFiles -A view of where motion is today and where it’s heading -Real-world perspectives from Taipei motion designers working with AI -New connections across design, engineering and the AI community -A clear starting point for using motion in your work tomorrow Bring: A laptop if you want to join the live challenge. Speakers Cheng Ping Li, Motion Designer Trained in Arts Management at National Taipei University of Education, Cheng Ping realized his calling was creating, and taught himself animation, design and illustration. Over six years he’s built a strong foundation in 2D motion and character animation across branding, storytelling and digital content, and is now exploring 3D. He’s inspired by typography, visual storytelling, cinema and the cultures behind them. Poyin Chen, Motion Designer & Supervisor | AI-powered motion workflows Poyin designs and supervises motion for brands that need their stories to move people, not just pixels. Over the past decade he has led motion across ceremony visuals, brand identities, commercials and large-scale projection for clients including Disney, Google, Bloomberg, CNN and McDonald’s. Now he’s plugging AI straight into production, driving After Effects through custom tooling and generative pipelines so the craft scales without losing its hand. Madeline Chen, Product Marketer, LottieFiles Madeline started her career as a UX researcher, and now she’s a product marketer at LottieFiles, helping people find the tools worth clicking on. With a background in UI/UX and three years in design and animation, she brings a researcher’s curiosity to everything she does, from understanding what designers and developers actually need to showing them how easy and fun motion can be. Yaamin M, Sr Partnerships Manager, LottieFiles Yaamin is a designer turned marketer with ten years across design, motion, and marketing. He leads Partnerships at LottieFiles, where he sits at the intersection of AI, design, and motion, driving education and partnership initiatives that help designers and developers bring motion into their products. Moderator: Alix Zerd Alix leads the Taipei chapter of The AI Collective and works across technology, culture, art and civic participation. He’ll moderate the panel and help unpack the practical, creative and cultural questions AI raises in motion design. Presented by The AI Collective Taipei The AI Collective is a global non-profit building the human layer for the AI era. We unite 200,000+ leaders, builders and stakeholders across 100+ forums worldwide to democratize the frontier, build trust, and coordinate how society navigates the rapid acceleration of technological progress. LottieFiles LottieFiles is the platform for creating, editing, testing and shipping lightweight vector animations. More than 16 million designers and developers and 300,000+ companies, including Uber, Robinhood, Disney and Duolingo, use LottieFiles to bring motion into their websites and apps. From Lottie Creator for designing animations to dotLottie and open runtimes for shipping them across web, iOS, Android and beyond, it covers the full path from idea to production. With Lottie AI, anyone can now generate animation from a prompt and take it all the way to production.
The AI CollectiveOpen to the public
Tue 17 Nov, 18:30ttw Tech WeekMandarin-Speaking Event
2026 Meet Taipei X AAMA Beer Night
Founders & fundraisingMarketing & growthSocial & networking
The Southeast Asian market is rich with business opportunities, but each country has its own unique startup ecosystem, business environment, and market characteristics, presenting different opportunities and challenges for companies looking to expand internationally. The Meet Taipei × AAMA Beer Night, organized in collaboration with Startup Gathering, AAMA, and Malaysia's Dream Factory, focuses on the Southeast Asian market. It invites entrepreneurs and industry partners with local experience to share strategies, challenges, and observations on expanding into the Southeast Asian market, covering market trends and business opportunities as well as practical operational experiences. Event Agenda 18:00 - Registration 18:30 - Exciting Opening! 18:35 - New Trends and Business Opportunities in the Malaysian Capital Market | Principal Wu Wen-bin, Dream Factory 18:50 - AAMA Alumni Share Experiences in Southeast Asian Market Development · Section 1: Malaysian Market Environment and Marketing (18:50-19:00) Tagtoo Technology | Global General Manager | Li Qing-hong * Section 2: Singapore Market Expansion Experience (19:00-19:10) DataYoo | Founder and CEO | Wu Jun-xiao * Section 3: Practical Observations of Taiwanese Brands Entering the Thai Market (19:10-19:20) CAMPOBAG / Pop Up Asia | Founder and Executive Producer | Chen Jing-ting (Xiao Mai) 19:20 - Quick Introduction of Visiting Teams 19:40 - Group Photo and Free Networking Time ✨Event Highlights Understand Southeast Asian Market Trends Gain insights into market opportunities and expansion experiences in Malaysia, Thailand, and Singapore. Share Practical Experiences Gather AAMA alumni, entrepreneurs, and industry partners to hear from experienced individuals. Initiate Networking and Collaboration Opportunities Explore market collaborations and resource connections through introductions and free networking. Sign Up Now 🔥 to Explore More Collaboration Possibilities!
Meet StartupsOpen to the public
Wed 18 Nov, 11:30ttw Tech Week
Build House: What marketing campaigns actually work in Taiwan?
AI & techFounders & fundraisingMarketing & growth
How do you get your business in front of the right people in Taiwan? At the first Build House, a marketer will pull up real campaign examples and walk us through who they were trying to reach, what they tried, and what the results told them. Then we’ll open it up. Bring a campaign you’ve noticed, something you’ve tried, or a question about reaching customers in Taiwan. Build House is a weekly meetup for solo founders, early-stage entrepreneurs, and indie builders who use AI to build or run their businesses. Each week we start with one practical question, spend the afternoon working alongside each other, and close with a small-group conversation about how building is actually going. We explore topics like how to speed up your pace of development without losing quality, make AI writing sound more human, using AI to create unique visual design, making your software production grade with security and performance refactoring, and more. Wednesday, November 18 · 12:00–5:00 p.m. · Day 1, Taipei Agenda · 12:00–1:00 p.m. · Group lunch. (optional) Meet at the Day 1 office at 11:50 a.m. and we’ll walk together to the Garden City Mall food court. · 1:00–1:30 p.m. · Campaign walkthrough and group discussion. Look at real examples and compare what we’ve seen work in Taiwan. · 1:30–4:30 p.m. · Open coworking. Bring your laptop and something you want to work on. Try an idea from the discussion, ask for feedback, or keep going on your own project. · 4:30–5:00 p.m. · Founder check-in. Get to know other builders and talk about wins, the hard parts, and what you are learning this week.
Build HouseOpen to the public
Wed 18 Nov, 18:00ttw Tech Week
Japan Night 2026
Founders & fundraisingSocial & networkingImpact & sustainability
Japan Night: Igniting New Sparks of Cross-Border Innovation in Asia Japan Night brings together startups, companies, and entrepreneurship-support organizations from Taiwan and abroad. On the eve of Meet Taipei 2026, Taiwanese startups interested in the Japanese market meet founders, companies, and support organizations from across Japan — to start conversations, connect resources, and explore the next step in Taiwan–Japan collaboration. Three Highlights—All in One Night Direct Access to Top Resources Connect with startup-support organizations and innovation partners from regions including Okinawa, Fukuoka, Osaka, and Kobe, and learn what support is available for international teams landing in the Japanese market. Cross-Border Networking with Industry Leaders Meet Asian innovation leaders, international investors, and government representatives. Seize opportunities for collaboration, investment, and international expansion through direct, meaningful conversations. Connect to Asia’s Innovation Network Whether you’re a founder, investor, or corporate partner, every interaction could be the moment that propels you onto the global stage. Event Agenda: 18:00 Registration & Welcome 18:30 Opening 18:35 Guest Remarks 18:50 Startup Island TAIWAN x XOSS POINT. MoU Signing 19:15 Guest Sharing · Okinawa Startup Ecosystem · Fukuoka Startup Ecosystem · Kobe Startup Ecosystem · TMU BioMed Accelerator · Business Next Media · InnoPad Taipei 臺北新創旗艦基地 20:00 Networking Enjoy a selection of Taiwanese snacks and experience local food culture while engaging in relaxed, cross-country networking with startups and investors from Japan and Taiwan. Event Highlights: · Savor authentic Taiwanese snacks and experience Taiwan’s unique food culture—the perfect icebreaker for networking. · Meet Asia’s most promising startups and investors, and open the door to cross-border collaboration. · Connect with top institutions and industry leaders; gain insights into the latest innovation trends and market opportunities. Register now for Japan Night and join Asia’s circle of innovation!
Meet StartupsOpen to the public
Wed 18 Nov, 18:30ttw Tech Week
DevDay Exchange Community: Taipei
AI & tech
Calling founders, startup teams, indie developers, and anyone thinking about starting something of their own. Join us in Taipei to talk AI, compare notes, and meet others building new things. We’ll use the latest from OpenAI DevDay as a starting point to explore what’s possible with OpenAI’s tools. Come share how you’re using AI to build, test product ideas, and work through the challenges along the way. 💡 Explore ways to put AI to work in your product 🤝 Meet fellow founders, indie developers, and future founders 💬 Swap lessons learned and get fresh ideas for what’s next Whether you’re already building or figuring out where to start, bring your ideas, questions, and curiosity. Space is limited, and registration is subject to approval. Apply early—we’ll review all applications and send confirmations one week before the event.
OpenAI CodexOpen to the public
Thu 19 Nov, 13:00ttw Tech Week
Project Hatcher Global Showcase Day | Google × SparkLabs Taiwan
AI & techFounders & fundraisingSocial & networking
Taiwan’s Next AI Breakouts. One Afternoon. In Taipei for Meet Taipei? Spend Nov 19 afternoon with Taiwan’s most promising AI founders. Hosted by Google Cloud × SparkLabs Taiwan and an official side event of Meet Taipei 2026. These high-potential startups in agentic AI, physical AI, and healthcare AI spent 12 weeks building with Google and SparkLabs. Every one of them is building for global markets. What’s On Keynote from Google Cloud APAC What it takes to put agentic AI into production. Headline Fireside Chat Global AI leaders on building in Taiwan and scaling worldwide. To be revealed. Live Startup Pitches Agentic, healthcare, and consumer AI startups pitch live on stage. Founder Booths & Networking Meet the founders one-on-one after the pitches. Agenda subject to change. Who Should Attend · Seed to Series A investors looking for AI deal flow · Corporate innovation and partnership teams · Founders and operators building in AI Registration Seats are limited, and every registration is reviewed. Apply early to secure your spot. Hosted by Google Cloud Taiwan × SparkLabs Taiwan An official side event of Meet Taipei 2026.
SparkLabs TaiwanOpen to the public
Thu 19 Nov, 14:00ttw Tech WeekHosted at Expo Dome
Cross-border Open Innovation Day｜Co-Strategy to Global Reach
AI & techFounders & fundraisingImpact & sustainability
Open Innovation Day, co-hosted by Meet Startup and CDIB Capital in Meet Taipei Startup Festival 2026. The event brings together VC and corporate representatives from Japan, and startup founders to showcase the secret sauce of startup global expansion and the co-strategies behind Taiwan-Japan cross-border growth. 💡 Highlights: Success Stories of Corporate and Investor-Led Startup Growth How corporations and investors have guided startups through pivots, scaling, and growth from their early incubation stages. Expanding from Japan to Global Markets Experiences and insights from Japanese companies and startups expanding internationally. Japan’s Economic Strategy and Startup Ecosystem: Opportunities for Taiwanese Startups Exploring how Japan’s national economic strategy and evolving startup ecosystem create new opportunities for Taiwanese startups. Taiwan–Japan Joint Ventures: Unlocking New Opportunities for Startups How cross-border corporate joint ventures can foster collaboration and accelerate startup growth in both markets. Open Innovation: Creating Win-Win Partnerships Between Corporations and Startups How corporations and startups can leverage open innovation to create mutual value and drive shared success. 📍Startup List： · Tagtoo · bestat Inc. · findout Inc. · Olive Corp. · Pathora Matcha x AI Agenda: · 14:30-14:40 Session I - Opening Remarks · 14:40-14:55 Session II - Fireside chat 1 Managing Director of Cool Japan Fund - 澤谷 賢一 · 14:55-15:10 Session II - Fireside chat 2 Head of Investment & GP, Open Network Lab Fund, DG Incubation, Inc. - 遊佐 康佑 · 15:10-15:45 Session III - DX Roundtable CSO of CTC-SYSTEX Co., Ltd. - Eric Chen findout Inc. Olive Corp. Pathora Matcha x AI
Meet StartupsOpen to the public
Thu 19 Nov, 14:00ttw Tech Week
Global VC Forum x Meet Taipei 2026
AI & techFounders & fundraisingSocial & networking
About the Event Meet Taipei is one of Taiwan’s leading startup exhibitions, bringing together founders, venture investors, corporate leaders and innovation partners from Taiwan and around the world. As part of Meet Taipei 2026, Global VC Forum convenes international LPs, VCs, CVCs and startup founders for an afternoon of insights, dialogue and new connections. Explore how Asian LPs select global funds, where cross-border venture investment is heading, and what founders need to know about raising capital internationally. Event Agenda A simple schedule for our afternoon together. All times are Taiwan time (GMT+8) 14:00–14:30 PM Registration & Networking 14:30–14:35 PM Opening Remarks · Speaker: Dr. Yina Wu — Assistant Professor, National Taipei University, Taiwan · Speaker: Ryan Kuo — Executive Vice President, CDIB Capital, Taiwan 14:35–14:50 PM · Speaker: Dr. Yina Wu — Assistant Professor, National Taipei University, Taiwan · Title: 2026 Taiwan Startup Go Global Report — English Version Launch. Get a first look at the 2026 Taiwan Startup Go Global Report, offering fresh insights into Taiwan's evolving startup ecosystem and its connections to global venture capital. 14:50–15:05 PM · Speaker: Mikey Kailis — Principal, Counterpart Ventures; Co-Creator, Counter Club, USA Global CVC trends, emerging investment strategies and opportunities for international collaboration. · Title: Global CVC Report: Trends & Opportunities in Corporate Venture Capital 15:05–15:30 PM Panel Discussion: Beyond Borders: The Future of Global Venture Capital Investment Moderator: Mikey Kailis — Counterpart Ventures, USA Panelists: · Cindy Lin — Vice President, Premier Capital Management Corp., Taiwan · Taiwan CVC/VC Representative (TBD) 15:30–15:50 PM Panel Discussion: Inside the Asian LP Mind: What Makes a Global VC Attractive? Moderator: Dr. Yina Wu — National Taipei University Panelists: · Kyle Chen — Marketing Vice President, CTBC Venture Capital, Taiwan · Alyssa — Accelerator Director, AppWorks, Taiwan 15:50–16:10 PM Panel Discussion: The Secret Sauce of Raising Funding Overseas Moderator: Michelle Lin — Investment VP, AppWorks, Taiwan Panelists: · Minjoo Kim — Partner, Storm Ventures, USA · Daphne Zhao — Investor Relations, Type One Ventures, USA 16:10-17:00 PM Closing Remarks & Networking Why Attend? · Be among the first to hear insights from two featured 2026 reports on startup internationalization and global CVC trends. · Understand how LPs evaluate global fund managers, and cross-border partnerships. · Learn what international investors look for when startups raise funding and enter new markets. · Meet leading VCs, CVCs, LPs, founders, and ecosystem leaders during dedicated networking time. Who Should Attend · Venture investors & capital allocators — VCs, CVCs, institutional LPs, family offices, angel investors, and fund managers seeking global investment and partnership opportunities. · Startup founders & leadership teams — Teams planning overseas expansion, fundraising, or partnerships with international venture and corporate investors. · Ecosystem builders — Accelerators, universities, research organizations, policymakers, and other partners supporting cross-border innovation.
Meet StartupsOpen to the public
Thu 19 Nov, 18:00ttw Tech Week
Tokyo Pitch Night
AI & techFounders & fundraisingSocial & networking
ONE PITCH IN TAIPEI, A BIGGER STAGE IN TOKYO! What if your next pitch could open the door to Tokyo’s startup ecosystem? This November, Takeoff Tokyo is kicking off its Global Roadshow in Taipei, bringing together around 30 ambitious startups from Taiwan and Japan. As the first stop of our Global Roadshow, Taipei marks the beginning of our mission to connect startup ecosystems across the globe and create more opportunities for founders to go beyond borders. Your Road to Takeoff Tokyo 2027 starts here! Selected startups will have a chance to pitch at Takeoff Tokyo 2027 in Japan, where over 2000 attendees are expected, including startups, investors and industry leaders around the world! Why join? Expand Beyond Border - Introduce your startup to Japan’s dynamic startup ecosystem and explore new market opportunities Connect with investors - build valuable connections with potential investors and industry leaders across Asia Get your startup noticed - build connection with international founders and industry leaders and unlock new opportunities for growth 📍Event Details Venue: Day 1 co-working space Date: November 19 Time: 6pm - 8pm Fee: Drink ticket purchase required Building a startup with ambitions beyond Taiwan? This is your chance to take the next step. Sign up now!
Takeoff TokyoOpen to the public
Thu 19 Nov, 20:00ttw Tech Week
Meet Taipei 2026 Welcome Party
Social & networkingGeneral Interest
Celebrate the opening day of Meet Taipei 2026 with an evening of networking, food, drinks, and good company at Billboard Taipei, one of Taipei's popular nightlife destinations near Taipei 101. Co-hosted by Meet Taipei, World Student Pitch (WSP), and Billboard LIVE Taipei, the Global Startup Party brings together international founders, investors, and startup ecosystem partners for a night of connections beyond the exhibition floor. Expect a lively atmosphere, great conversations, and complimentary food and drinks as we celebrate the global startup community in Taiwan.
Meet StartupsOpen to the public
Fri 20 Nov, 19:00ttw Tech WeekHosted at PicCollage HQ
AI Demo Night
AI & techSocial & networking
Got a cool AI project brewing? We want to see it! Join us for an evening of innovation, inspiration, and awesome demos right here at the PicCollage Taipei HQ. This is your chance to share, get valuable feedback, and connect with fellow AI enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned developer, a curious student, or just passionate about AI, bring your latest creations to share. In particular, the goal is to showcase products and prototypes that use AI in interesting ways to help people be more creative. Note that each demo will be a snappy 2 minutes and can be in English or Chinese, so everyone's welcome to participate! And what's a demo night without delicious fuel? We'll be serving up pizza, fried chicken, and a variety of other snacks and drinks to keep the conversations flowing!
PicCollageOpen to the public
Sat 21 Nov, 15:00ttw Tech WeekHosted at Expo Dome
Dragons' Chamber 2026, 11th Annual Pitch Event
Founders & fundraisingSocial & networkingGeneral Interest
Join us for the 11th Annual Dragons’ Chamber Pitch Event! Come celebrate 11 years of empowering immigrant entrepreneurs in Taiwan! Watch our inspiring finalists take the stage at Meet Taipei 2026 as they showcase their innovative ideas and compete for exciting opportunities. Connect with entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders, and be part of a vibrant community that celebrates innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration. Pitch: AT| Expo Dome-Meet Taipei 2026 STAGE | Ecosystem Stage And the excitement doesn't end with the pitches! Join us for the Afterparty to continue the conversations, make new connections, and celebrate together!
Dragons' ChamberOpen to the public
Sat 21 Nov, 17:30ttw Tech WeekHosted at Expo Dome
Dragons' Chamber 2026 After Party
Founders & fundraisingSocial & networkingGeneral Interest
Join us for the Dragons’ Chamber 2026 After Party! 🥂 Celebrate 11 years of empowering immigrant entrepreneurs in Taiwan with an evening of connections, conversations, and community. Following the 11th Annual Dragons’ Chamber Pitch Event at Meet Taipei 2026, join our finalists, entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders to keep the conversations going and celebrate together. Whether you’re reconnecting with familiar faces or meeting someone new, come raise a glass to innovation and entrepreneurship in Taiwan! 📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026 🕠 17:30 till late 📍 DAMN Taiwan — just a 3-minute walk from the pitch event’s Ecosystem Stage at Expo Dome. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Dragons' ChamberOpen to the public
Sun 22 Nov, 10:00ttw Tech Week
IxDF UX Brunch Chat: Where Design Moves - From Products to Social Impact
DesignAI & techProduct
Grab a coffee, enjoy some good food, and start your weekend morning with inspiring conversations about design and social impact. ☕✨ In this edition of IxDF UX Brunch Chat, we’re bringing together Taipei’s design and product community to explore where design moves beyond the interface. 💡 What we’ll explore · Beyond the Interface How design moves beyond screens and products to shape real world experiences and everyday life. · Across Different Contexts How design evolves across products, technology, data, and society. · From Design to Impact Stories and perspectives on how design connects people, systems, and communities to create meaningful change. 🚀Featured Speakers · Chloe Hsiao - Product Designer with a Norway-Taiwan footprint · Cathie Wu - Founder and Head of Design Strategy at Irori Design · Peter Cui - 2026-2027 Obama Foundation Asia-Pacific Leader, Coordinator of vTaiwan · Hsinyu Kuo - Founder of miido, Service Designer Bridging Canada and Taiwan 🎯 Who’s this for? · Local Builders & Designers in Taiwan -- passionate about exploring how design moves beyond screens to drive social innovation and civic tech practices. · International Professionals in Taiwan -- eager to connect with local innovators, exchange global perspectives, and engage in inspiring discussions around civic activities and design for social impact. 🗓️ Event Flow · Check-in & Coffee icebreaker · Featured Talk · Lightening Talk · Open Networking 💡 About IxDF Taipei IxDF Taipei is the local chapter of the Interaction Design Foundation (IxDF), a global online education platform dedicated to advancing the fields of UX, UI, and HCI. We bring together designers, technologists, and creators in Taiwan to learn, connect, and grow through meet-ups, workshops, and community events. Come join us for stories, perspectives, and conversations about how design can move and what it can move. 🤝 Partner & Sponsor Opportunities If you’d like to sponsor for this (or future) events, we’d love to connect! ✨Come curious, leave inspired✨
IxDF TaipeiOpen to the public
Sun 22 Nov, 14:00ttw Tech Week
🛠️ Be a Designer - for one Afternoon
DesignWellness & sportArts & culture
Ever looked at something you use every day and thought “this could be better”? This afternoon, you’ll turn that thought into a real idea. 🤝 Join us for a creative, hands-on afternoon of making, teamwork and a little friendly competition! No experience needed 💛 Takeaways: · Think like a designer: spot what’s missing in daily life and invent something new. · Create with new people: build in a small team and see how fast ideas grow together. · Tell your story: pitch your creation to the room in a friendly, supportive space. · Leave feeling creative, proud, present... and a little fizzy 🫧 🗓️ How the afternoon will go · Settle in with snacks, drinks and inspiration · Meet your team · Design a product and build a mockup of it with all materials provided. Clear instructions will guide you, and your team decides how to tackle it! · Pitch your creation to everyone · Vote and count the scores together · Wrap up with a short closing reflection 💡 Optional: Bring a small object you use every day. It might inspire your project. Everything else is provided: materials, snacks and drinks. 👩🎨 Meet Your Host: Laurene Passionate about music and hospitality, I love to curate time and spaces where people feel comfortable and alive. I speak English, French and Chinese, so feel free to ask for help in whichever language you prefer! 🫧 About Club Fizz Club Fizz (氣泡聚) is a series of creative gatherings in Taipei for people who want to exercise their creativity and imagination, all while living in the moment. Each episode is a new experience: create, explore, play, relax or challenge yourself, in a small group. Limited to 12 spots, reserve yours!
Club FizzOpen to the public
Tue 24 Nov, 19:30
Ruby Jam: A Monthly Meetup for the Ruby Programming Language in Taiwan 💎
AI & techProductCareers
(Switch language EN /中文 via the menu.) ♦️ Hello, Spinel: The New Ruby AOT Compiler! ♦️ Matz: "Kind to whoever writes it, kind to the machine that runs it. I want both." AOT, JIT, C Extensions, FFI... You've heard these terms, but do you know what role each of them plays? Matz, the creator of Ruby, released a new project called Spinel this year! Aotokitsuruya will use easy-to-follow analogies to introduce this new Ruby AOT (Ahead-of-Time) compiler: · AOT vs. JIT: Think of AOT as a meal prepared in advance: it's quick to serve, but comes with some limitations. For example, familiar DSLs may not work as freely. JIT, on the other hand, is like a chef cooking to order: it's more flexible and customizable, but requires additional work at runtime. · C Extensions vs. FFI: One integrates C code into Ruby as an extension, while the other allows Ruby to call standalone C functions through FFI. How do they differ, and what are the trade-offs? · How Spinel works: How can a dynamic language like Ruby perform type inference to achieve something closer to static compilation? How does Spinel link native components directly at compile time to reduce the overhead of traditional FFI calls? The talk will also feature a full demo showcasing how Spinel brings together microphone input and Whisper for speech-to-text transcription, uses native macOS features to render a subtitle window, and packages the whole application into a lightweight, standalone executable. No compiler or C programming background required. Come check out Matz's new toy with us! github.com/matz/spinel Speaker 🎤 Aotokitsuruya Currently an AI engineer, pondering whether to pick up some traditional crafts this year, like...writing code by hand? --- ✈️ Rails Beginner, Big Adventure! My First Kaigi on Rails! ✈️ Can you take on an international Ruby conference in Japan even if your Japanese isn't that great? At this Ruby Jam lightning talk, I'll be sharing my first experience at Kaigi on Rails 2026! As a Rails beginner, what was it like to attend an international tech conference in Japan for the very first time? From struggling to follow the talks in Japanese, to working up the courage to take a photo with DHH, the creator of Rails, to discovering that Rubyists have all kinds of hidden talents at a live house after the conference! It turns out that attending a tech conference is about much more than just listening to talks. There are so many unexpected encounters and stories waiting to happen. So, what exactly happened on this trip? Come join my Ruby Jam talk and see the international Ruby community through the eyes of a Rails beginner! kaigionrails.org/2026/ Speaker 🎤 Vevila RD intern, cat lover 🐈 --- Schedule 7:00 - 7:30 Check-in 7:30 - 8:10 Hello, Spinel: The New Ruby AOT Compiler! 8:10 - 8:50 Rails Beginner, Big Adventure! My First Kaigi on Rails! 8:50 - 9:30 Open Discussion: OSS Contribution, Problem Solving, Experience Sharing 🍰 Refreshments: Light food and beverages will be provided --- Do you have a topic to share? Sign up here for a Ruby Jam lightning talk: forms.gle/6rasktMkDqf4NLN18 Want to stay in the loop with the Ruby Taiwan community? Come hang out with us on Discord! discord.com/invite/yaYHWQsmcz Special Thanks to Our Sponsors! PicCollage • 5xRuby
Ruby TaiwanOpen to the public
Wed 25 Nov, 19:00
What Are You Building?
AI & techFounders & fundraisingProduct
A week after Meet Taipei, five people will take the floor to show us something they’re actually building. What Are You Building? is a recurring gathering where five people get a few minutes to show something they’re working on, followed by questions from the room. Five people. Five different things being built. No judges. No competition. No unsolicited advice. Just people showing their work, a curious room asking good questions, and time afterward to meet the people behind it. What you show could be a startup, product, app, hardware project, food concept, community, creative project, or something that doesn’t fit neatly into any of those categories. You don’t need to be fundraising. You don’t need a polished deck. You don’t even need to be finished. Want to show what you’re building? When you register, you’ll have the option to submit what you’re working on for one of the five presentation spots. We’ll select five projects for this edition. Applying doesn’t guarantee a presentation spot, but we’ll also keep submissions in mind for future editions. Whether or not you’re selected to present, you’re still registered to attend. And because this edition falls right before Meet Taipei, we’d especially like to hear from people who may be visiting Taipei that week. You don’t need to be based here if you’re in town and building something interesting, submit it! What to expect The doors open at 7:00 PM, with presentations beginning at 7:30 PM. Each presenter gets a few minutes to show what they’re building, followed by a short, moderated Q&A from the room. After the presentations, we’ll stick around for drinks, introductions, and the conversations worth continuing. About Day 1 Day 1 is a coworking and community space in Taipei for founders, operators, creatives, and people building things. We created it as more than a place to rent a desk — a place to work alongside interesting people, meet others outside your usual circles, and create more opportunities for ideas, projects, and people to collide.
Day 1Open to the public
Sat 28 Nov, 19:00
🎨Art Workshop: A Window to Somewhere 🌿
🎨 A Window to Somewhere 🌿 Paint a place you love. Take a little piece of it home. 💌 ✨ What if you could capture your favorite memory through a window and turn it into a piece of art? A cozy café in your hometown ☕, a sunset from your favorite trip 🌅, or a little corner of the world that makes you smile. Join us for a creative, feel-good evening of painting, storytelling, and connection! 💛 👩🏻🎨 Meet Your Host — Rose! Hi, I'm Rose! 🌷 My journey has taken me from studying at UCLA to working on climate change and food access, then spending four years in Washington, DC, working in energy security for the U.S. government. Eventually, a scholarship to study Chinese brought me to Taiwan 🇹🇼 and what was supposed to be a short adventure turned into a whole new chapter of my life! Starting over in a new country wasn't always easy. Through the ups and downs, I found my way back to painting. 🎨 Whether it was my favorite neighborhood breakfast shop, a cozy memory, or an afternoon painting in a hostel in Cambodia, art became my way of holding on to the little moments that made life beautiful. I learned that even when life feels uncertain, we can always create something meaningful ✨Today, my life in Taiwan is filled with wonderful friends, painting, dance, and music. And I'd love to share a little of that joy with you! 🪟 What We'll Create Together 🎨 Paint your happy place: A favorite travel memory, a childhood neighborhood, or anywhere your heart wants to revisit. 🖌️ Learn gouache painting basics: I'll guide you step by step with an easy, curated color palette. No painting experience needed! 💭 Turn memories into art: Slow down, get creative, and reconnect with places that mean something to you. 🖼️ Create a mini art gallery: At the end of the evening, we'll bring everyone's windows together for a beautiful group photo! 🎁 Take your masterpiece home: Your painting will be framed and ready to hang, a little window into your favorite place. Event Details 📅 November 28, 2026 (Saturday) 🕡 7 PM Open & Check In , 7:30–9:30 PM Workshop 📍 Day 1 Taipei 🎨 All experience levels welcome — beginners encouraged! ✨ Limited spots available — reserve your window to somewhere!
Day 1Open to the public
Thu 10 Dec, 19:00Conducted in Mandarin
Cocoaheads Taipei 2026/12/10
AI & techSocial & networking
CocoaHeads Taipei 🍎 is a community meetup for Apple technology enthusiasts, especially iOS and macOS developers. We get together on the second Thursday of every month 🎉 to share the latest technologies, showcase cool apps 🖥️📱, and occasionally welcome special guests who share their knowledge and walk us through their code (you don’t want to miss it! 😆). Here, you’ll get to explore the latest Apple development tools and frameworks, including Swift 🐦, UIKit, SwiftUI, and more. Whether you’re just getting started or are an experienced developer 💪, there’s always something new to learn and share. But CocoaHeads Taipei is more than just a place to talk about code! It’s also a community where people connect, share ideas, make friends, and simply enjoy spending time together. We welcome anyone interested in Apple technologies, whether you’re here to learn, share, network, or just hang out! 🎊 If you’re passionate about Apple technologies and enjoy connecting with like-minded people, come join us! You might just meet your next collaborator, teammate, or friend. 🚀✨
Cocoaheads TaipeiOpen to the public
Fri 11 Dec, 19:00
Moonshot Pitch Event
Founders & fundraisingCareersSocial & networking
Taiwan's ONLY pitch event where HOW you say it matters more than WHAT you say Pitch your startup, a ridiculous invention, or even yourself as the ideal date. At Moonshot Hour, it's not about WHAT you pitch—it's HOW convincingly you present it on stage. Unlike other pitch events, Moonshot gives you 2 shots. Pitch for 3 minutes, get feedback from expert judges, then pitch again. Put your storytelling and stage presence to the test, learn from the pros, and see how much stronger your pitch can become before the evening ends.. A winning pitch should be: Digestible: A clear value proposition anyone can understand. Memorable: A hook and story that spark curiosity. Your on-stage delivery skill. Repeatable: A one-liner people can recall and repeat weeks later. Business model optional. Presentation skills mandatory. Industry Experts as Judges A powerhouse panel of angel investors, serial entrepreneurs, former CMOs, a communications coach, and a semiconductor executive will be focused on how you present and engage the audience. The prize Top winner will get an one-hour coaching session with Day 2 Coaching. Who should apply? Founders, professionals, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone ready to become a more compelling speaker. No polished business plan required. But must have a 6-page deck. All pitches must be in English. Only 6 pitchers will be selected. Interested in Pitching? Send your topic & a description of what you want to pitch to jenny@Day2Coaching.com Applications close: Nov 25 (Wed) Selected pitchers notified: Dec 2 (Wed) You miss 100% of the shots you don't take—and Moonshot gives you two. Early bird/Walk-in’s admission: NT$200/$300 (comes with a free drink ticket)
Day 2 CoachingOpen to the public
Sun 13 Dec, 14:00
Taiwan’s Local Elections: Reflections and the Road to 2028
General Interest
Join Young China Watchers (YCW) Taipei Chapter on Sunday, December 13, for an afternoon discussion examining the results and political implications of Taiwan’s upcoming 9-in-1 local elections. With these elections serving as an important political milestone ahead of the 2028 presidential and legislative elections, we will explore what the results reveal about Taiwan’s evolving political landscape, the strength and strategies of its major political parties, and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. The discussion will feature Kharis Templeman and Lev Nachman, with a third speaker to be announced. Join us for an insightful exchange on Taiwan’s domestic politics and what the local election results could mean for the island’s political future.
Young China Watchers (Taipei Chapter)Open to the public