Bas Rieter developed an automated stale pull request and issue closure workflow for the xbmc/xbmc repository, focusing on improving backlog hygiene and governance. Leveraging GitHub Actions and YAML, Bas designed a system that automatically closes inactive items after 30 days, while exempting those marked with a Roadmap label. The workflow included user-facing messaging to clarify closure actions and incorporated a dry-run mode for safe initial rollout, along with a production toggle to manage debug behavior. This automation reduced manual triage and clarified issue lifecycles, demonstrating thoughtful application of CI/CD configuration and automation skills to streamline project maintenance.