During March 2025, Alex contributed to the rpyle/2025TicTacToe repository by developing the Marquez Tic Tac Toe AI module, focusing on enhancing the game’s strategic depth. Alex implemented marquez.py in Python, designing algorithms that prioritize corner moves in the opening and shift to center control during the mid-game, thereby improving the AI’s competitiveness and adaptability. The work emphasized AI strategy and iterative algorithm refinement, resulting in a testable and extensible codebase suitable for rapid experimentation. Although no bugs were addressed during this period, Alex’s efforts provided a robust foundation for future enhancements in game development and AI-driven gameplay.