Worked on the nerfstudio-project/nerfstudio repository to upgrade dependency management by enhancing compatibility with newer versions of protobuf. Focused on future-proofing the project, the developer updated the pyproject.toml file, adjusting the protobuf version constraint to allow up to version 5 while maintaining exclusions for known problematic releases. This change leveraged skills in dependency management and configuration using TOML, ensuring the codebase could adopt new protobuf features and libraries without integration issues. The update improved build reliability, streamlined continuous integration processes, and reduced long-term maintenance risks, reflecting a methodical approach to release hygiene and explicit version control within the project.