The Berlin tech community, in one place.
42+ groups, meetups, conferences and coworking spaces that make Berlin a tech capital. Developer and engineering communities, AI & ML, product and design, startup networks, career groups, women in tech — curated by Ampli.
Slack, Discord & WhatsApp
The everyday backchannels of Berlin tech. Job leads, intros, and trade notes between meetups.
Ampli Berlin WhatsApp
OursOur home channel — jobs drops, event reminders, intros, and the occasional rant. Lightly moderated, 100% Berlin tech.
Berlin Startups Slack
FoundersLong-running Slack for founders, early employees, and operators in the Berlin startup scene.
Rands Leadership Slack — Berlin
Eng leadershipEngineering leadership community with an active Berlin channel — EMs, directors, and CTOs comparing notes.
Developer & engineering communities
The meetups developers actually keep going back to — JavaScript, Vue, iOS, DevOps, Google tech, and education-focused communities.
Berlin.JS
JavaScriptOne of the largest JavaScript-focused meetups in Berlin, attracting frontend and backend developers working with Node.js, React, and more. JavaScript ecosystem, web development, new frameworks, and tools.
Vue.js // Berlin
Vue.jsThe official meetup for Vue.js users, fans, and anyone interested in learning more about the framework. Monthly talks about Vue and the wider ecosystem.
CocoaHeads
iOS / macOSA vibrant community dedicated to Apple's Cocoa and CocoaTouch frameworks, focused on programming for macOS and iOS. Monthly meetings where members share projects, tutorials, and innovative solutions.
Codebar Berlin
Diversity & mentorshipImproving diversity in tech through free coding workshops for underrepresented groups. Connects students with mentors to work on coding challenges.
DevOps Berlin
DevOps / SREBrings together developers, system admins, and operations professionals to discuss the latest in DevOps practices, automation, infrastructure management, and cloud.
GDG Berlin
Google techGoogle Developer Groups Berlin — a community for developers passionate about Google technologies. From Android to ML to Google Cloud.
OpenTechSchool Berlin
EducationFree, collaborative coding education and mentorship opportunities for learners of all backgrounds. Community-driven learning.
WeAreDevelopers
Career & conferencesOne of the largest developer communities in Europe — massive conferences, job fairs, and workshops connecting tech professionals with employers and trends.
Product and design communities
Where Berlin PMs and product designers meet to swap notes on building, shipping, and leading product work.
Berlin Product Designers Meetup
Product designLed by Damian Martone, a thriving space for product designers to share insights, discuss trends, and collaboratively shape the future of product design in Berlin.
Service Design Drinks Berlin
Service designMonthly, casual afterwork events where Berlin service designers gather to talk shop and meet peers.
Berlin Product Managers
Product managementCo-founded by Prajwal Negapettam, Carlo Cantarini, and Emilie W. An open, welcoming space for PMs to share insights, exchange knowledge, and grow.
ProductLab Community
Product managementFounded by Daniele Ronca — events, discussions, and workshops for PMs to learn and grow their expertise.
Product People
Product managementHands-on workshops and events tailored for product managers exploring product development, strategy, and leadership skills.
AI & machine learning communities
Berlin's AI scene in four communities — from Monday-night meetups to MLOps-in-production and the Merantix campus.
AI Monday Berlin
AI / MLA monthly event bringing together AI professionals and enthusiasts to share insights and discuss the latest advancements in AI and ML.
Berlin MLOps
MLOpsFor engineers building production AI/ML pipelines. Real-world experiences and best practices around MLOps, AI pipelines, and DevOps integration.
Data Natives
Data scienceForging data science networks worldwide for over half a decade — local grassroots Meetups to international conferences on AI, data, tech, and entrepreneurship.
Merantix AI Campus
AI / MLA hub for AI professionals — researchers, entrepreneurs, and developers building impactful AI solutions. Innovation in machine learning and AI development.
Startup & entrepreneur communities
The startup-side communities — Factory Network, Silicon Allee, and the international networks plugged into Berlin.
Factory Network
Startups & coworkingConnecting tech, creative, and industrial talent globally — coworking, events, and mentorship within Berlin's startup ecosystem.
French Tech Berlin
InternationalPart of the global French Tech network — connects French entrepreneurs, investors, corporates, and public organisations active in the German tech ecosystem.
Silicon Allee
Startup sceneOne of Berlin's most iconic tech communities. Initiated by Travis Todd and Schuyler Deerman — a hub for networking, collaboration, and innovative learning.
Career & talent communities
For job seekers, career switchers, and people new to the city — the groups that actually help you land in Berlin tech.
Employed World
Tech careersLed by Yashvir C. — a supportive community filled with tools, resources, and connections to help individuals find the right roles in tech.
Handpicked Berlin
Diversity & careersLed by Igor Ranc — committed to diversity and inclusivity in Berlin tech. Career development resources and curated news to keep members informed.
Talent Crunch Berlin
Talent matchingLed by Andreea Lungulescu — connecting tech talent with job opportunities and helping professionals navigate their careers in Berlin's job market.
The Berlin Life
Expat & careerA comprehensive platform by Cheryl Howard helping expats and newcomers navigate life in Berlin — career development, job hunting, and guides for working here.
Women in tech communities
Berlin has one of Europe's strongest women-in-tech ecosystems. Here's the core network.
Django Girls Berlin
Python / DjangoA non-profit offering beginner-friendly Python and Django programming workshops specifically for women.
PyLadies Berlin
PythonA supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping women succeed in Python programming. Beginners and experienced devs welcome.
Radia — The Inclusive Tech Network
InclusionFormerly Girls in Tech. A forward-thinking community committed to inclusivity in tech — workshops, events, career tips, and job offers.
WeAreXena
Mentorship & advocacyDedicated to supporting and empowering women in tech. Mentorship programs, networking events, and advocacy to help women thrive in the industry.
Women of SaaS
SaaSA community for women working in SaaS — a space to connect, collaborate, and exchange knowledge across the SaaS industry.
Women Techmakers Berlin
Career & leadershipA Google-supported initiative offering events, workshops, and networking focused on career advancement, leadership, and technology skills.
Women Who Code
Engineering careersInspiring women to excel in technology careers. Regular events focused on software development, leadership, and career growth.
Annual conferences & festivals
The set-piece events that pull the international tech crowd through Berlin every year.
Tech Open Air (TOA)
AnnualBerlin's flagship tech festival — held annually with side events across the city.
Slush’D Berlin
Founders & VCsBerlin edition of the Helsinki-born Slush conference. Founders, VCs, and operators.
Berlin Tech Week
CitywideBerlin Tech Week sub-events, pitch nights, and demo days clustered each summer — the city-wide umbrella.
Coworking spaces tech workers actually use
If your team-of-one needs a desk, or your team-of-ten needs a room, these are the spaces with the most Berlin tech density.
Factory Berlin
MembershipMembership-based campus and event space in Mitte and Görlitzer. Tightly linked to Factory Network's startup community.
Mindspace
PremiumPremium coworking with multiple Berlin locations — Mitte, Friedrichshain.
WeWork
CitywideCitywide coverage and hot-desking. Good for short-term flexibility.
St. Oberholz
MitteBerlin's original cafe-meets-coworking. Iconic for the early startup scene.
Betahaus
KreuzbergIndependent coworking with a strong creative-tech crowd in Kreuzberg.
About the Berlin tech community
What is the Berlin tech community?
Berlin's tech community is a network of founders, engineers, designers, AI builders, and product people running and working at the city's startups and scaleups. It gathers in 30+ active groups — from JavaScript and Python meetups to AI Monday Berlin, from Berlin Product Managers to Women Who Code — plus annual conferences like Tech Open Air and Berlin Tech Week.
How do I join the Berlin tech community?
The fastest path: join one chat community (the Ampli Berlin WhatsApp is a good start), subscribe to a weekly tech newsletter, and pick one recurring meetup that matches your stack — Berlin.JS, AI Monday Berlin, Berlin Product Managers, or DevOps Berlin are all welcoming to newcomers.
Are Berlin tech meetups in English or German?
Most Berlin tech meetups run in English. Berlin.JS, Vue.js Berlin, AI Monday Berlin, Berlin Product Managers, and the women-in-tech communities all default to English presentations and conversation. German-language events exist but are the exception in the international tech scene.
What are the best AI and ML communities in Berlin?
The four to know: AI Monday Berlin (monthly meetup), Berlin MLOps (production AI/ML pipelines), Data Natives (data science network), and Merantix AI Campus (hub for AI researchers, founders, and developers).
What are the best women-in-tech communities in Berlin?
Berlin has one of Europe’s strongest networks: Django Girls Berlin and PyLadies Berlin for Python; Radia (formerly Girls in Tech) and WeAreXena for cross-stack mentorship; Women Who Code, Women Techmakers Berlin, and Women of SaaS for engineering and SaaS careers.
What are the best tech events in Berlin?
The flagship is Tech Open Air (TOA), Berlin's annual summer tech festival. Berlin Tech Week clusters dozens of side events each summer, and Slush'D Berlin focuses on founders and investors. WeAreDevelopers runs one of Europe's largest developer conferences.
Where do Berlin tech workers cowork?
Popular tech-friendly coworking spaces include Factory Berlin (Mitte + Görlitzer), Mindspace and WeWork (citywide), St. Oberholz (Mitte), and Betahaus (Kreuzberg). Many startups also have their own offices in Mitte, Kreuzberg, and Friedrichshain.
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