During November 2024, work focused on improving build reliability for the lattice/quda repository by addressing a critical HIP debug flag compatibility issue. The solution involved refining CMake build system logic to ensure the -G flag was applied exclusively for NVIDIA nvcc, while -g was used for clang-based HIP compilers. This targeted approach resolved cross-compiler compatibility problems, reducing build-time errors and minimizing CI failures across diverse development environments. By leveraging expertise in build systems and compiler flags, the update enhanced the portability and stability of the codebase, supporting smoother collaboration and more dependable release processes for teams working with HIP toolchains.