DevFest Hong Kong is back for 2026, and we're thrilled to invite you to be a part of the largest developer conference on Google technology in Hong Kong! This is your opportunity to share your knowledge, insights, and passion with a vibrant community of local developers, innovators, and tech enthusiasts.
We are actively exploring hot topics across various Google technologies and tailoring them to meet the unique needs of Hong Kong's developer landscape. If you're building amazing things with Google technologies, solving real-world problems, or have a unique perspective to share, we want to hear from you!
DevFest 2026 is built for two core audiences:
Developer Track: In-depth technical sessions for software engineers, cloud architects, and data scientists building multi-agent systems, deploying enterprise agents with ADK, and pushing the boundaries of code.
Builder Track: A dedicated space for non-traditional developers—product managers, designers, marketers, and creators—who use AI assistance to build apps, automate workflows, and prototype solutions without needing a traditional computer science background.
Event Details
Date: 5 December, 2026 (Saturday)
Location: HKPC Academy (HKPC Building, 78 Tat Chee Ave, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong)
Theme: Build Smart, Secure Fast, Scale Far: Hong Kong in the Agentic Era
Why Speak at DevFest HK 2026?
Impact: Contribute to the growth and knowledge of the local developer community.
Visibility: Showcase your expertise and projects to a diverse audience, including potential collaborators and employers.
Networking: Connect with fellow speakers, Google experts, and passionate developers.
Community: Be a part of a global movement of Google Developer Groups (GDG) and foster local innovation.
Topics of Interest
We are looking for engaging discussions and presentations that cater to various skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. While we welcome all innovative ideas related to Google technologies, we are particularly interested in submissions related to our theme covering:
Agentic AI & Machine Learning: Autonomous AI Agents, Multi-Agent Systems, Agent Development Kit (ADK), Gemini, Gemma, On-device AI (Gemini Nano), and Enterprise RAG.
Google Cloud & Enterprise Infrastructure: Agent Builder, Kubernetes (GKE), Serverless (Cloud Run), secure cloud architecture, and Tokenomics/Data Intelligence.
Firebase & Developer Experience: Firebase Genkit, AI extensions, backend modernization, and real-time app architecture.Flutter, Mobile & Web: Cross-platform AI integration, WebGPU, on-device machine learning, and modern web/mobile frameworks.
AI-Assisted App Creation & Workflows: Low-code/no-code workflows, natural-language app building, and empowering non-traditional builders with AI.
Security & Responsible AI: AI safety, agentic security governance, and securing cloud workloads.
📢 Call for Papers: DevFest Hong Kong 2026
Theme: Build Smart, Secure Fast, Scale Far: Hong Kong in the Agentic Era
DevFest Hong Kong 2026, hosted by Google Developer Group Hong Kong and Google Developer Group Cloud Hong Kong, is a premier community-driven conference for developers, technologists, and innovators. We aim to explore the practical integration of AI, Agentic workflows, and Google Cloud into real-world solutions.
We're Looking For:
Visionary speakers, practitioners, and educators to share expertise on building smart, securing fast, and scaling far. We welcome those pushing boundaries in AI, Cloud, Web, Mobile technologies, or any topic relevant to Google technology.
Track 1: Developer Track (Technical Deep Dives)
Topics: Gemini Enterprise Agent Ready (GEAR) framework, Agent Development Kit (ADK), multi-agent system architecture, RAG, Web/Mobile development, and Cloud infrastructure.
Audience: Professional software engineers, technical leads, and developers.
Track 2: Builder Track (AI-Assisted App Creation & Workflows)
Topics: Practical tutorials on building apps with Google AI Studio, low-code/no-code workflows, natural-language prototyping, automating business processes, and how non-developers (PMs, designers, marketers) build real-world solutions using AI.
Audience: Non-technical builders, product managers, designers, domain experts, and entry-level creators.
Benefits for Speakers:
Share expertise with a diverse tech audience.
Network with Googlers, Google Developer Experts, and industry leaders.
Showcase projects and ideas.
Enhance public speaking profile and career visibility.
Presentation Formats:
Workshop: Hands-on skill-building.
Talk: In-depth presentation.
Lightning Talk: Short, impactful (~5 mins).
Codelab: Guided coding session.
Panel Discussion: Collaborative dialogue with Q&A.
Topic Areas (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced):
Agentic AI & Machine Learning: Autonomous AI Agents, Multi-Agent Systems, Agent Development Kit (ADK), Gemini, Gemma, On-device AI (Gemini Nano), and Enterprise RAG.
Google Cloud & Enterprise Infrastructure: Agent Builder, Kubernetes (GKE), Serverless (Cloud Run), secure cloud architecture, and Tokenomics/Data Intelligence.
Firebase & Developer Experience: Firebase Genkit, AI extensions, backend modernization, and real-time app architecture.Flutter, Mobile & Web: Cross-platform AI integration, WebGPU, on-device machine learning, and modern web/mobile frameworks.
AI-Assisted App Creation & Workflows: Low-code/no-code workflows, natural-language app building, and empowering non-traditional builders with AI.
Security & Responsible AI: AI safety, agentic security governance, and securing cloud workloads.
Google Tech Integration: Any innovative topic relevant to Google technology
Important Information:
Event Date: 5 December, 2026 (Saturday)
Location: HKPC Academy (HKPC Building, 78 Tat Chee Ave, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong)
Submission Deadline: 5 November, 2026
Speaker Participation: In-person
Languages: English, Cantonese, Mandarin
Preferred Session Types: Talk, Demo, Workshop, Panel, Other
Share Your Expertise!
Whether you're a seasoned expert or an emerging voice, submit your proposal today and help shape the future of technology at DevFest Hong Kong 2026!
👉 Submit your proposal today!
**Proposals are reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis. we encourage you to submit asap!
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