Worked on improving repository hygiene for the ci-test-automation project by updating the .gitignore file to exclude the __pycache__ directory, thereby preventing compiled Python bytecode from being tracked in version control. This configuration change helped maintain a cleaner and more manageable codebase, reducing unnecessary repository noise and supporting ongoing development workflows. Leveraged skills in Git and configuration management to deliver this targeted update, ensuring the repository remained stable and easy to maintain. The work focused on operational best practices, emphasizing low-risk, incremental improvements that support long-term code quality without introducing disruption or complexity to the existing development process.