Worked on enhancing hardware compatibility in the torvalds/linux repository by adding support for the Nova Lake SPI serial flash controller PCI ID to the intel-pci driver. This kernel-level development, implemented in C, enabled native detection and operation of newer Intel platforms by aligning the hardware ID with existing PCI ID tables. The approach facilitated automatic driver selection and reduced the need for manual workarounds, improving device support and user experience on Nova Lake-based systems. The contribution consisted of a focused, maintainable patch that was validated against standard build and test processes, minimizing risk and easing hardware integration for users.