Worked on the dbt-labs/dbt-adapters repository to modernize dependency management by upgrading the protobuf library to version 5.x and updating the generated Python adapter code for compatibility. Focused on ensuring that the transition from protobuf 3/4 to 5.x did not introduce runtime or build regressions, the work involved careful alignment of code and documentation to reflect new requirements. Leveraged Python and Python packaging skills to maintain cross-version compatibility, enabling downstream adapters to benefit from newer protobuf features and fixes. This effort laid the foundation for smoother future upgrades and improved integration readiness across the dbt-adapters ecosystem.