During March 2026, contributed to both the envoyproxy/gateway and argoproj/argo-cd repositories by delivering targeted improvements that enhanced deployment flexibility and user experience. Developed and integrated a namespaceOverride feature into the gateway-helm chart, enabling users to specify custom namespaces for resources, and ensured reliability through comprehensive tests and updated documentation. In the Argo CD CLI, addressed a typo in error messaging for multi-source applications, clarifying flag usage and reducing potential misconfigurations. The work demonstrated proficiency in Go, Helm, and Kubernetes, with a disciplined approach to testing, documentation, and release management that supported smoother deployments and clearer operator workflows.