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How to use remote-working: a guide to the China remote work directory
Updated · written with AI from the project's own documentation and checked against our catalogue data
remote-working (远程工作者) is an MIT-licensed, Chinese-language curated directory of resources about remote work, aimed at Chinese-speaking readers. It is a list of links, not a program, so there is nothing to install or run. This guide shows you how to navigate its sections and get the most from them, whether you are looking for remote jobs, first-hand experience or practical notes on contracts and social insurance.
远程工作者greatghoul/remote-working · ★ 11.8k · MIT Install options & downloads Quick start
- 1Open the repository. Go to github.com/greatghoul/remote-working or the official site at remote-china.com.
- 2Pick your goal. Decide whether you want jobs, company lists, experience stories, legal or tax discussions, tools or books.
- 3Browse the matching section. Use the Channels, Teams, Articles, Issues or Books sections depending on your goal.
- 4Open the links. Read each linked article, job board or company page on its original site.
- 5Cross-check important decisions. Confirm contract, invoice, social insurance and tax points with a qualified professional before acting.
Understand what the directory is
The README describes the project as a large collection of China-focused remote work resources. It gathers articles, Q&A discussions, videos, podcasts, remote teams, job boards, reports, books and collaboration tools in one place.
Everything listed is a link to content hosted elsewhere, so the directory itself does not run code or store your data.
- Articles: experience posts collected over the years
- Issues (问题): common questions and valuable discussions
- Teams: remote teams that have recruited in China
- Channels, podcasts, videos, reports, books, tools and other resources
Open the project and read it online
The simplest way to use remote-working is to read it on GitHub at the repository greatghoul/remote-working. The official website is listed as https://remote-china.com/.
If you want an offline copy, the README gives a clone command. Use it only if you need the files locally.
git clone https://github.com/greatghoul/remote-workingFind remote jobs and job boards
The Channels (渠道) section lists sites that aggregate remote positions for Chinese users, such as 无界岛, 远程岛, RemoteCN and 数字游民 LibNomad. Each entry has a short note on what it covers, so you can pick the one that matches your situation.
The Other (其它) section lists company lists, including Remote from China and remote-jobs. Use these to compare remote-friendly companies before applying.
- Check each listing's own description for region and eligibility rules
- Compare several sources, since each one covers different platforms
- Use the Teams section to see remote employers that have recruited in China
Learn from first-hand stories and discussions
The Articles (文章) and Issues (问题) sections are the most useful for people who want real experience rather than job ads. Entries cover topics such as the transition to working from home, time zones, what to do when a company asks you to work from home, and the difference between labour contracts, labour service contracts and cooperation agreements.
The README points to personal experiences and discussions. Treat them as perspectives, not authoritative guidance.
- Read the Issues section for freelance contracts, invoices and tax experience
- Read the Articles section for day-to-day experience of remote work
- Use the 查看更多 links at the end of each section to browse the full archive
Use the tools and books for setup
The Tools (工具) section lists collaboration products for remote teams, including Notion, Trello, Tower, Teambition and Worktile, each with a one-line description. The Books (书籍) section lists titles such as Remote - Office Not Required and The Ultimate Guide to Remote Work.
Descriptions come from the README. Check each product or book's own page for current features and details.
Contribute or report a problem
The README links to an issue thread (issue #340) for contact. Contributors are listed at the bottom of the README. The directory is maintained by the people named there, so new resources are added through that project.
What people use it for
- A Chinese-speaking developer looking for remote job boards and remote-friendly companies
- A freelancer reading experience posts about contracts, invoices and tax for part-time work
- A job seeker comparing remote-friendly companies from the Teams and Other sections
- Someone who wants first-hand stories about working from home before deciding to switch
Frequently asked questions
Is remote-working free to use?
The repository is licensed under MIT, and the README lists it as a free, open collection of links. Some linked job boards and communities may have their own terms, so check those sites directly.
How do I install remote-working?
You do not need to install anything. The README says you can read it online on GitHub, and cloning the repository with git clone is optional for offline reading.
What are the requirements to use it?
The README lists no prerequisites. You need a web browser to read it online, and git only if you want a local copy.
Is the content in English?
Most listed content is in Chinese, which is the intended audience. English-language readers will find limited value and may prefer lists such as Awesome Remote Job or remote-jobs.
What are alternatives to remote-working?
The README lists comparable projects: remoteintech/remote-jobs, lukasz-madon/awesome-remote-job and LinuxSuRen/remote-jobs-in-china. The first two are English-focused lists of remote companies and jobs.
Can I rely on it for legal or tax advice?
No. The README points to personal experiences and discussions, not verified legal or tax guidance. Confirm contracts, invoices and social insurance with a qualified professional.
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Our verdict
Use remote-working if you read Chinese and want a curated map of remote job boards, companies, first-hand stories and practical discussions. Pick something else if you need English resources, software to run, or verified legal and tax advice.
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