Abhishek Pandit developed Type-C role swap support for the cros_ec_typec driver in the geerlingguy/linux repository, enabling programmatic control of data and power roles on USB Type-C ports. He implemented a state-aware approach by querying the current port state before executing swaps, which reduced operational risk and ensured correct sequencing. This feature was exposed via a sysfs interface, supporting automation and hardware interoperability for Chrome OS integration. Abhishek’s work demonstrated depth in Linux kernel driver development, embedded systems, and USB Power Delivery, focusing on robust change management and careful interface design to facilitate dynamic hardware role changes without introducing regressions.