Bringing technology to education is a tricky proposition. Screens always have a chance to be distracting, but they can also provide personalized learning, interactive lessons and more.

Whether it’s cutting-edge design, stocked kitchens, open layouts with awesome views, or plenty of toys to keep workers entertained, tech companies of all sizes lean on elements of their office to bolster overall culture and ground their sense of identity. Here’s an inside peek at 8 of Chicago’s coolest tech companies.