In June 2025, Tilman modernized the Apache Tika repository’s static analysis pipeline by updating the Puppycrawl tooling, focusing on dependency management and CI stability. The work involved upgrading the linting infrastructure without altering application code, ensuring that static analysis and reproducible builds remain reliable as the project evolves. By integrating the latest Puppycrawl version, Tilman reinforced the project’s quality gates and reduced future maintenance risks. This effort demonstrated proficiency in Java tooling, build automation, and continuous integration practices. While no direct bug fixes or feature code changes were made, the update laid a foundation for improved code quality in future sprints.