Richard Collins developed an automated pull request template inclusion feature for the facebook/sapling repository, focusing on improving the consistency and clarity of pull request submissions. Using Python and Git, he implemented backend automation that ensures a standardized template is automatically applied whenever a new pull request is created. This approach streamlined the review process by reducing unnecessary back-and-forth and provided clear guidance for contributors directly within the PR workflow. The solution leveraged API integration to embed template-driven documentation, enhancing onboarding and traceability. Over the course of one month, Richard’s work addressed process standardization rather than bug fixes, demonstrating targeted backend development.