Plaiderdays at Plaid is an annual tradition where the entire company comes together to work on side projects that benefit the company in some way. The event kicks off early on a Wednesday morning and lasts through presentations on Friday, culminating in the Honorable Golden Platypus Award for the top prize-winning team. Teams are encouraged to use Plaid's technology to tackle challenges such as helping communities traditionally underserved by the finance industry or democratizing information in student loan markets. The event features events, meals, and surprises throughout the week, including a post-Plaiderdays party with live performances. Many projects from Plaiderdays have shipped since the last iteration, and the company is excited to see what new ideas will emerge from this annual tradition.