During the month, contributed stability and security improvements to two major open-source repositories. In python/cpython, addressed a null pointer dereference in the remote debugging module by restructuring checks in C code, which prevented potential crashes and improved debugging reliability. In axios/axios, enhanced security by using JavaScript’s own() helper to guard Unix socket handling, mitigating prototype pollution and SSRF vulnerabilities. Both fixes were documented in release notes, reflecting a disciplined approach to software maintenance and security best practices. The work demonstrated strong debugging skills and effective cross-language collaboration, focusing on risk reduction and code quality in C and JavaScript environments.