Worked on the google/flatbuffers repository to enhance the robustness and maintainability of the StructDeserialization process. Addressed a critical bug by implementing a bounds-check safeguard in C++ that validates field IDs during StructDef::Deserialize, preventing out-of-bounds vector access and reducing the risk of deserialization crashes for downstream consumers. Improved error handling by updating the syntax from error() to error_, increasing code clarity and maintainability. Demonstrated strong skills in C++ development, data structure management, and error handling through focused, maintainable changes. The work contributed to improved reliability and stability in production workloads by ensuring safer deserialization logic within the codebase.