During January 2026, this developer enhanced the apache/flink-cdc repository by upgrading the Iceberg dependency to version 1.10.1 within the iceberg-pipeline-sink connector. Focusing on Java and Maven for dependency management, the work ensured compatibility with the latest Iceberg features while maintaining API stability for downstream consumers. The upgrade process involved careful validation across the Flink CDC stack, supporting more robust data ingestion and pipeline reliability. By leveraging XML for configuration and managing dependencies with minimal surface changes, the developer enabled downstream integrations to adopt new Iceberg capabilities, addressing compatibility needs without introducing breaking changes or additional maintenance overhead.