Worked on the cloudera/hue repository to enhance Java Gateway management and improve JDBC connector stability for enterprise deployments. Applied backend development and configuration management skills to refactor the Java Gateway using a singleton pattern, optimizing resource utilization and runtime efficiency. Introduced a configurable option for specifying the Java binary path, replacing hardcoded defaults to minimize port conflicts and streamline JDBC connector setup. Leveraged Python and INI configuration to deliver a more reliable and flexible integration with RDBMS systems. The work focused on reducing deployment friction and ensuring stable, scalable connections across multiple environments, reflecting a thoughtful approach to maintainability.