Worked on the BerriAI/litellm repository to deliver a feature that made the OpenTelemetry gRPC integration optional, addressing the need for reduced dependency surfaces and greater flexibility for users not requiring gRPC. The implementation involved backend development and API integration using Python, with a focus on ensuring that the integration functioned reliably even when the gRPC dependency was absent. Comprehensive documentation and targeted tests were added to support maintainability and adoption, emphasizing robust test coverage for optional dependencies. No critical bugs were reported during this period, allowing concentrated effort on enhancing usability and flexibility for diverse backend workflows within the project.