Worked on the NVIDIA/cutile-python repository to enhance the reliability of core hashing utilities by addressing a critical bug in the hash function. Focused on C++ development and algorithm optimization, the work involved correcting the operator used in bit manipulation, replacing a logical OR with a bitwise OR to ensure consistent and deterministic hash outputs. This fix improved data integrity and reduced the risk of incorrect behavior in downstream components that depend on hashing. Demonstrated disciplined debugging and attention to code quality, contributing to the stability of systems reliant on accurate hash computations without introducing new features during the period.