In July 2025, Emily Searcy enhanced the openfga/helm-charts repository by implementing an enable-or-disable toggle for the OpenFGA subchart, using Helm and Kubernetes with YAML configuration. This feature allows operators to flexibly include or exclude the OpenFGA component during deployments, mirroring established dependency management patterns seen with databases like PostgreSQL and MySQL. By introducing this toggle, Emily reduced the risk of configuration errors and made it easier for teams to manage optional components in varied environments. The work demonstrated a solid understanding of Helm chart packaging and release practices, resulting in safer, more maintainable deployment workflows for operators.