During December 2025, Aleksandar Maksimovic focused on improving licensing compliance and code hygiene in the aws-samples/aurora-dsql-samples repository. He addressed a licensing issue in the Python authentication token example by adding a copyright header, ensuring the sample code met legal requirements and reducing downstream risk. His work emphasized maintainability and auditability, with clear commit documentation supporting traceability of licensing changes. Although no new features were delivered, Aleksandar’s efforts in backend development using Python contributed to the repository’s long-term stability. The update enhanced the safety and reliability of the codebase, reflecting a careful approach to risk mitigation and compliance.