During their work on the MissouriMRDT/Autonomy_Software repository, Hobbz Pi focused on enhancing the safety and reliability of embedded control systems by addressing a critical bug in the lighting system’s abort handling. Using C++ and leveraging expertise in state machines, Hobbz modified the system so that the lighting panel now powers off immediately during an eAbort event, regardless of the current state. This update ensures consistent and predictable shutdown behavior, aligning with safety requirements for autonomous operations. The disciplined approach, including traceable version control, demonstrated a strong grasp of embedded systems and robust state management in safety-critical environments.