During November 2024, Barbudor focused on reliability improvements for the MagicSwitch detection logic in the arendst/Tasmota repository. He addressed an issue where power fluctuations caused false positives by implementing a masking window reset on every power change, ensuring more consistent detection under variable conditions. This solution required low-level firmware debugging and careful handling of power-event logic in C and C++. The work demonstrated a strong grasp of embedded systems and Git-based change management within a large IoT firmware codebase. Barbudor’s targeted fix reduced troubleshooting time and improved device reliability, reflecting depth in both problem analysis and technical execution.