Worked on the zarr-python repository to optimize dependency management by introducing optional dependencies for remote storage features. Focused on Python packaging and release management, the approach allowed users to install fsspec and upath only when needed, reducing unnecessary package installations and streamlining the installation footprint. Updated the pyproject.toml configuration and release notes to document these changes, ensuring clarity for downstream users and maintainers. This work preserved feature parity for remote storage functionality while aligning with broader goals to simplify environment setup and reduce maintenance overhead. The implementation demonstrated attention to compatibility and efficiency in Python and reStructuredText (rst) environments.