Wen Zhang developed a centralized parameter parsing system for the Tgov1 governor model in the ORNL/GridKit repository, focusing on improving maintainability and correctness. Using C++ and model refactoring techniques, Wen introduced an enum-based key system to manage governor parameters, reducing the risk of misconfiguration and simplifying future validation. The work included removing a deprecated base class, which decreased technical debt and streamlined the model’s structure. Enhancements to the safe valve logic increased reliability in valve-control pathways. Wen’s contributions established a single source of truth for parameter management, laying groundwork for future automation and ensuring clear documentation of design changes.