Worked on backend stability for the ResearchHub/researchhub-backend repository by addressing recurring issues with the ORCID paper synchronization feature. Focused on risk reduction, the developer rolled back the ORCID integration, removing OrcidFetchService and all related logic to eliminate unreliable external syncing of authors’ works. This change consolidated data pipelines around internal sources, reducing exposure to external dependencies and improving overall reliability. The rollback was carefully tracked through a dedicated commit, ensuring clear documentation for future maintenance. Leveraged Python, Django, and API development skills to enhance backend maintainability, prioritizing stable workflows and minimizing the risk of errors from third-party services.