Shashwat Pratap contributed to the cockroachdb/cockroach repository by enhancing contributor attribution governance. He updated the AUTHORS file to include new contributors, ensuring that metadata accurately reflected project participation and aligned with open-source compliance standards. Using Git for version control and focusing on documentation hygiene, Shashwat’s work supported transparent onboarding and improved auditability of contributions. The technical approach centered on maintaining clear and accurate documentation, which is essential for large-scale open-source projects. While the scope of work was focused and did not involve bug fixes or feature development, it addressed an important aspect of project governance and contributor recognition.