During January 2026, Rafa Olide developed a targeted feature for the element-hq/element-call repository, focusing on optimizing WebSocket traffic routing for real-time communications. Rafa introduced a centralized HAProxy configuration that directs WebSocket connections to both the LiveKit SFU and the mxrtc authentication backend, leveraging backend development and network configuration skills. This approach improved connection stability and reduced routing latency, resulting in more reliable authentication and smoother user experiences. By implementing the solution in Markdown and HAProxy, Rafa enhanced deployment readiness and operational efficiency, enabling faster rollouts and easier maintenance while addressing the specific needs of real-time WebSocket traffic management.