During December 2024, Bing Shi enhanced the Route Optimization client in the GoogleCloudPlatform/java-docs-samples repository by implementing a keep-alive configuration for gRPC channels. Focusing on Java development and API integration, Bing introduced an example and settings that allow users to configure the gRPC channel keep-alive interval, directly addressing the need for more reliable long-running operations. This work improved the stability and resilience of route optimization workflows by reducing the risk of dropped connections and ensuring smoother operator experiences. The contribution demonstrated practical application of gRPC client configuration patterns and provided production-facing sample code for the open-source community.