During February 2026, contributed to the elastic/beats repository by addressing a targeted Filebeat bug related to file identity configuration. Focused on backend development using Go, the work involved disabling scanner fingerprinting by default when non-fingerprint file_identity methods are selected, making fingerprinting an opt-in feature. This adjustment clarified configuration behavior and reduced unnecessary operational overhead, improving both usability and privacy. The solution was implemented through a dedicated pull request and commit, ensuring traceability and maintainability. Emphasizing configuration management, the change streamlined runtime processes by preventing redundant fingerprinting checks unless explicitly enabled, reflecting a thoughtful approach to backend system optimization.