Worked on stabilizing the Kafka Tools test suite in the m1a2st/kafka repository by addressing a persistent source of flaky tests. Focused on Java-based unit testing, the developer corrected the order of arguments in assertEquals calls, ensuring the expected value precedes the actual value in all relevant tests. This targeted bug fix improved the reliability of continuous integration pipelines by reducing false positives and streamlining debugging efforts. Through disciplined use of git commits and clear issue tagging, the work enhanced maintainability and confidence in the test infrastructure, demonstrating a methodical approach to quality assurance using Java and unit testing best practices.