Worked on the apache/opendal repository to address a critical issue with encoded path handling in the dav-server integration. Focused on updating the file and filesystem layers to correctly process encoded path strings, enabling reliable operations on files and directories with non-ASCII names. Applied skills in Python and Rust to implement robust path encoding and decoding, ensuring seamless interoperability across components. Added comprehensive regression tests to verify correct behavior and prevent future regressions. This work improved the reliability of WebDAV workflows, reduced edge-case errors, and demonstrated a disciplined approach to integration testing and encoding management within the project’s codebase.