During May 2025, this developer contributed to the bytedance/deer-flow repository by optimizing the Docker deployment process. They focused on reducing the Docker image size by switching to a slim base image, implementing the change directly in the Dockerfile. This adjustment decreased the container footprint, resulting in faster startup times and lower storage and bandwidth requirements for downstream environments. The work demonstrated proficiency in DevOps practices and Docker, with careful attention to change management by linking the update to a specific commit for traceability. The scope of work was targeted, addressing deployment efficiency through a concise, well-documented technical improvement.