Pulumi's mission to simplify cloud programming by integrating infrastructure as code with general-purpose languages has significantly reshaped how modern cloud applications are developed. Initially, the reliance on cumbersome config scripts and proprietary domain-specific languages made cloud infrastructure management tedious and unappealing to developers. Pulumi's approach emphasizes the cloud as a new operating system, enabling developers to leverage the full potential of modern cloud capabilities while addressing distributed computing challenges. By treating cloud resources as programmable building blocks, Pulumi facilitates an innovative environment where infrastructure is dynamic and scalable, moving beyond static, configuration-based tools. This evolution reflects a broader shift in the industry towards provisioning-based infrastructure as code tools, which allow for more agile and robust cloud management. The widespread adoption of Pulumi's model, highlighted by similar developments like AWS's Cloud Development Kit, underscores the growing importance of programmable infrastructure in the era of distributed computing.