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SumIt All Up

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Date Published
Author
Emily Kyle
Word Count
477
Company Posts That Month
4
Language
English
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No
Summary

In 2015, GitLab's Summit in Amsterdam, initially planned as a small gathering for remote employees, transformed into a two-week event involving 42 participants, multiple accommodations, and numerous activities that fostered team bonding and camaraderie. The summit kicked off with a scavenger hunt and continued with various excursions such as a canal tour of Giethoorn, visits to the Rijksmuseum and Apenheul, and a tongue-in-cheek awards dinner, all while sampling local delights like mayonnaise-covered fries. Despite the fun, the team maintained productivity at their home base, "The Lab," and reflected on the experience with a newfound appreciation for their colleagues' professionalism and camaraderie. The event underscored the potential for remote work environments to support meaningful interactions and set the stage for planning future summits, inviting interested individuals to explore job openings at GitLab to join the next adventure.

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