Rafael delivered a release upgrade for the Backbase/stream-services repository, focusing on ensuring compatibility with SSDK 20.0.0-rc.1 and Spring Boot 3.5.5. He approached the work by updating project documentation in Markdown and managing the release process to support forward-compatibility and stability. Rafael’s efforts included validating SDK integration, preparing the codebase for upcoming QA and regression cycles, and updating the changelog and README to reflect the new release state. While no bugs were addressed during this period, his work demonstrated depth in release management and documentation, ensuring the project’s readiness for future development and testing phases.