In February 2025, Ilyas Khanou worked on the HerbSearch.jl repository, delivering a targeted feature that enforced the use of a uniform solver in the top-down iterator. By removing the use_uniform parameter and consolidating solver logic, Ilyas simplified the codebase and improved maintainability. The work involved algorithm optimization and software refactoring using Julia, with a focus on reducing complexity and future maintenance overhead. Additionally, Ilyas removed an unused heuristic function, further streamlining the solver path. While no major bugs were addressed during this period, the changes laid groundwork for future performance improvements and reflected a thoughtful approach to code quality.