Ryan Letulle upgraded the PHP runtime from version 8.2 to 8.3.x for the USEPA/webcms repository, focusing on enhancing environment compatibility and preparing the platform for future Drupal development. He modified both the Drupal configuration and Dockerfile, ensuring the stack could support new PHP features and security improvements. By aligning the environment with the latest PHP standards, Ryan enabled smoother ongoing maintenance and simplified future feature integration. His work leveraged Docker, Drupal, and YAML, demonstrating a solid understanding of back end development. The project addressed upgrade readiness, laying a technical foundation for continued enhancements without introducing new bugs during the period.