In July 2025, John Burns enhanced the CI/CD pipeline for the ReactionMechanismGenerator/RMG-database repository, focusing on automation and packaging reliability. He implemented a matrix-based strategy using GitHub Actions and YAML to automate conda packaging across all supported Python versions, reducing manual intervention and improving release consistency. By refactoring the conda build configuration and streamlining environment setup, John made the process more maintainable and accessible for new contributors. He also ensured secure deployment by integrating proper ANACONDA_TOKEN handling for uploads to the rmg channel. This work broadened Python compatibility and enabled smoother, more reliable releases for downstream users.