Worked on the Emerge-Lab/gpudrive repository to enhance reliability and correctness in data processing workflows. Addressed a critical bug by ensuring road point types were encoded prior to normalization, which eliminated a class of ordering-related errors and improved downstream data integrity. The solution was implemented in Python, focusing on precise bug fixing and careful data processing adjustments with minimal disruption to existing code. This targeted change stabilized data ingestion and reduced the risk of user-facing issues, preparing the system for more robust production use. The work demonstrated attention to detail in maintaining data consistency and reliability within a complex processing pipeline.