During January 2026, Ihipop focused on improving DHCP reliability and ISP compatibility in the DragonBluep/openwrt repository. They addressed a nuanced issue where udhcpc would send a default vendor class string even when a custom one was specified, leading to authentication failures with certain ISPs. By implementing a shell script patch that suppresses the default vendor class when a custom value is present, Ihipop enhanced the robustness of DHCP negotiation and improved network uptime for OpenWrt devices. Their work involved targeted testing and validation, leveraging skills in DHCP management, network configuration, and shell scripting to deliver a focused, high-impact bug fix.