During December 2024, David Mills enabled C++ compilation for the M1M3TS and MTVMS components in the lsst-ts/ts_xml repository by updating build system configurations. This work introduced cross-platform compatibility, particularly supporting Apple Silicon, and laid the groundwork for future performance improvements. David used C++ and XML, focusing on build systems and release documentation to ensure the changes were well-documented and easily traceable. He maintained clear commit hygiene, adding a feature news entry to document new C++ runtime asset flags. The depth of the work reflects careful attention to both technical implementation and the clarity of project communication.