Worked on optimizing the project creation process in the logicalclocks/hopsworks-api repository by removing the HIVE service from the backend service list. This change eliminated unnecessary backend calls and manual database creation, streamlining the user flow and reducing latency for both legacy and new backends. The approach involved refactoring backend logic using Python, with careful attention to service-list management and maintaining compatibility across different backend versions. Coordination with Helm and frontend alignment ensured a smooth transition. The work focused on backend development, emphasizing simplicity and efficiency, and resulted in a more straightforward project creation experience with reduced operational overhead.