As the organizer of Maker Faire Shenzhen 2024, we will, like last year, recruit a series of satellite events further to connect global makers with the Greater Bay Area ecosystem. Today, we are excited to share the details of our second satellite event: KiCon Asia 2024.
Event Name: KiCon Asia 2024
Event Date: November 15-16, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Event Format: Series of conferences
Organizer: KiCad Community and Huaqiu Electronics
KiCon Asia 2024 will take place in Shenzhen on November 15-16, 2024. The conference invites core developers from around the world, as well as contributors from academia and the maker community, allowing you to explore cutting-edge technology while learning about the latest EDA technologies and trends.
01. How to Register?
International participants can purchase tickets on the KiCon official website.
Participants from China can register on the Elecfans website.
More info is on the Conference Official Website.
*Note: Registrations from previous events are still valid and do not need to be resubmitted.*
What Does the Ticket Include?
To meet the needs of various KiCad users, the ticket options are also various:
| Tickets Types (USD) | ||
| Early Bird Ticket $13.9 | Student Ticket $13.9 | Regular Ticket $27.8 |
| Business Ticket $41.8 | KiCad training course $83.9 |
Regular Ticket: Priced at $27.8, includes access to the main conference on November 15-16, along with meals for both days—an excellent value! Attendees from last year know that the evening events are the highlight, providing an opportunity to engage with experts from around the globe.
It is recommended to purchase an “Early Bird Ticket,” priced at just $13.9, which has the same benefits as the regular ticket but is limited in quantity and may sell out at any time! Students can purchase a “Student Ticket” (student ID required).
For corporate clients seeking personalized completion certificates, a Business Ticket is available for $41.8.
If you’re interested in KiCad training, you can purchase a KiCad training course for $83.9. This one-day course will be taught by KiCad Lead Developer Seth Hillbrand. If enough interest is shown, the training will be held on November 14.
02. Kicon Agenda
- November 14 (Thursday): KiCad Training Course
- November 15-16: Main Agenda
- November 17: Developer Conference
Time: November 14-17, 2024
Location: Atour Hotel, Vanke Cloud City, Nanshan, Shenzhen
- The main conference (ticket included) will span two days, November 15-16 (Friday and Saturday).
- The training on November 14 is specifically for enterprise users interested in KiCad and includes independent teaching materials and certificates. Whether the training will be held depends on registration numbers.
- The developer conference on November 17 is for developers interested in KiCad development and requires a separate registration.
03. Keynote Speakers
In addition to our old friends Wayne Staubaugh and Seth Hillbrand, KiCon will feature lead developers from the UK, Russia, and Japan, as well as developers from China, including Ethan and Eric. Confirmed speakers include Bo Ge from M5Stack, open-source advocate Professor Lai Xiaozheng, and maker Laila from Uganda.
Confirmed keynote topics include:
– KiCad 9 Status Update
– Web-based EDA Viewer and AI Assistant
– My Development Journey: ODB++
– Embedded Engineers’ Hardware Dreams: KiCad Experience and Project Sharing
– Empowering Robotics Education through Real-World Projects
– KiCad Tips and Tricks
– KiCad Huaqiang Release
– Promotion and Application of KiCad in China and Ecosystem Development
– Workshop: PCB Art & Badge Design
We welcome more participants to register and share their stories with KiCad. Topics we are looking for include:
1. Transitioning from other EDA software to KiCad
2. Library Management
3. Package Design Tips
4. KiCad Promotion
5. KiCad Plugin Development
6. Project Management
7. Feature Discussions
8. Custom DRC Use Cases
Click here to submit your presentation proposals
You can also submit by scanning the QR code:
Satellite events continue to recruit, click here to learn more!
Pre-registration for MFSZ2024 visitors is now open to ensure a better exhibition experience for professional visitors.
Through pre-registration, you can get:
1. Free on-site registration
2. Easy access to the entire exhibitors’ catalog
3. Get a full grasp of the show’s dynamics and exhibitors’ inquiries.
Scan the QR code below or click here to register as a visitor now!
Choose ticket type “Professional Visitor”, present on-site for professional visitor admission
Sign and collect the electronic directory at the inquiry service (A09)
Tips for visitors
November 16-17, Vanke Cloud City Design Commune
The parking spaces at the event venue are limited
Let’s Connect, Not Pollute – Choose Public Transport
Take Metro Line 5 to Liuxiandong Station Exit A, walk straight and turn left
There are also nearby bus stops like Zhongxing East, Vanke Cloud City First and Last Bus, etc.,
Let’s be environmentally friendly together!
