Worked on improving the reliability of port-forwarding in the codefresh-io/argo-cd repository by addressing a critical bug that previously allowed connections to unhealthy or non-operational Kubernetes pods. Developed the selectPodForPortForward function in Go to encapsulate pod selection logic, ensuring that only pods in a ready state are targeted for port-forward operations. This backend development effort enhanced both the safety and reliability of developer workflows and CI/CD pipelines. By focusing on maintainability and testability, the changes streamlined port-forwarding processes and reduced operational risk, leveraging expertise in Go and Kubernetes to deliver a robust solution within the project’s backend infrastructure.