During January 2026, contributed to the Kong/kong-operator repository by implementing PathPrefixMatch support within the RequestRedirect filter for HTTPRoute resources. This feature enables URL redirection based on path prefixes, expanding routing flexibility for operators and aligning with ongoing HybridGateway initiatives. The work involved backend development using Go, with a focus on Kubernetes operator patterns and HTTPRoute handling. No major bugs were addressed during this period, as efforts centered on delivering this targeted feature. The implementation followed established CI and testing practices, ensuring maintainability and integration with existing workflows while preparing the feature for release as part of the broader operator ecosystem.