Pulumi's December 2021 hackathon brought together teams from across the company for a week-long event focused on improving the Pulumi ecosystem, with both internal and open-source projects. The preparation involved early discussions on Slack to allow participants to choose projects and engage in architectural planning, fostering excitement and early collaboration across different departments. As a remote workplace, Pulumi adapted to the challenges of virtual collaboration by allowing teams to select their preferred communication methods, including Zoom standups, Slack interactions, and pair programming. The hackathon facilitated effective teamwork across time zones, allowing participants to learn from each other, brainstorm solutions, and connect without the typical drawbacks of virtual interactions. The event concluded with a demo where teams shared strategies, insights, and project outcomes, highlighting the success of pairing team members based on location and work preferences. Pulumi is also extending an invitation for new job applications to join their innovative working environment.