Anand worked on the PurdueElectricRacing/firmware repository, focusing on maintenance and stability rather than new feature development. He updated the Wiznet/W5500 submodule reference to a newer commit, ensuring that recent bug fixes from the W5500 module were integrated into the main firmware. This work, primarily involving C and Git submodule management, improved network reliability by aligning the firmware with upstream fixes. Anand emphasized traceability between submodule changes and the main build, which supports maintainability and audit readiness. While the scope was limited to a single bug fix, the update addressed potential run-time issues and enhanced the firmware’s robustness.