Worked on enhancing the vllm-project/vllm-omni repository by implementing Python 3.13 compatibility for audio handling features. Addressed dependency management by removing the pydub library and replacing it with custom audio processing logic, which reduced external dependency risks and improved long-term maintainability. Focused on stabilizing both build and runtime environments for audio features, ensuring smoother deployments and more reliable CI validation on Python 3.13. Utilized Python development skills with an emphasis on audio processing and unit testing, demonstrating a methodical approach to refactoring and instrumentation. The work simplified future maintenance and reduced the likelihood of compatibility regressions in production environments.