Mawuko Batse developed a security-focused feature for the ithacaxyz/porto repository, implementing Trusted Hosts Whitelisting to enhance secure communications. Using TypeScript and backend development skills, Mawuko added portkey.bsky.nyc to the trusted-hosts.ts file, allowing Porto to establish trusted connections with the new host. This update reduces exposure to unauthorized hosts and supports compliance requirements by ensuring only approved endpoints are accessible. The work was carefully documented in the project’s commit history, providing clear traceability. While the scope was limited to a single feature over one month, the change lays a foundation for future secure integrations within the Porto application.