Worked on the pyro-kinetics/pyrokinetics repository with a focus on improving parser stability and correctness. Addressed a critical bug in the GENE parser by ensuring that ip_ccw and bt_ccw values are cast to integers, resolving issues caused by floating-point interpretation from numpy’s sign function. This technical approach eliminated misinterpretation of key parameters, ensuring accurate handling of -1, 0, and 1 across diverse inputs. The work prioritized maintainability and reliability, reducing downstream parsing failures and support overhead in GENE-related workflows. Utilized Python for data parsing and numerical computing, emphasizing robust code practices and careful attention to edge case handling.