During August 2025, Ali enhanced the main search experience in the OpenNMS/opennms repository by developing a custom input and dropdown component to replace the existing FeatherDropdown. Leveraging Vue.js, TypeScript, and SCSS, Ali implemented keyboard navigation for search results, enabling users to interact more efficiently without relying on the mouse. The input handling logic was refactored to ensure consistent behavior with legacy search workflows, addressing user expectations and maintaining established patterns. This work consolidated search input logic, improved maintainability, and elevated the overall frontend quality. The feature addressed both usability and technical debt within a focused, component-driven development approach.