During November 2024, idl0r focused on HAProxy package management within the winterheart/gentoo repository, delivering updates across multiple releases by creating new ebuilds and manifest entries while removing outdated versions. This work, implemented using Shell scripting and leveraging skills in build systems and package management, improved the repository’s security posture and upgrade readiness. By standardizing commit messages and maintaining clear version tracking, idl0r ensured auditability and reproducibility throughout the process. The approach reduced maintenance overhead and streamlined system administration, providing users with access to current, supported HAProxy releases and enhancing the overall reliability of the package management workflow.