During October 2024, this developer delivered IPMI2-based server hardware monitoring support for the apache/hertzbeat repository. They implemented a native Java protocol stack for IPMI2, covering client logic, session management, packet encoding and decoding, and handlers for chassis and sensor data. Leveraging skills in Java, network programming, and protocol implementation, their work enabled the collection of system power, fan, and drive statuses, as well as diverse sensor readings. The solution integrated with HertzBeat’s architecture, providing a reliable data path from IPMI devices to monitoring metrics. This contribution deepened hardware visibility and established a foundation for production-grade system monitoring.