Worked on stabilizing the build process for the grpc/bazel-central-registry repository by addressing a critical dependency issue. Focused on Bazel build system management, the developer updated the zlib dependency for gRPC to version 1.3.1.bcr.3, ensuring compatibility across Bazel module definitions and associated patches. This targeted bug fix resolved build failures highlighted in an external pull request and restored reliability to the repository’s continuous integration pipeline. Utilizing expertise in Bazel and Starlark, the work emphasized precise dependency management and careful propagation of changes throughout the build configuration, resulting in a more robust and maintainable build environment for the project.