Shivangi Jha upgraded the gRPC library to version 1.72.0 in the apache/hive repository, focusing on enhancing security and improving RPC performance. By addressing known vulnerabilities through careful dependency management, Shivangi ensured the project maintained a strong security posture and release readiness. The work involved close collaboration with reviewers, demonstrating disciplined code review practices and effective cross-team communication. Using skills in Java and secure upgrade methodologies, Shivangi contributed a targeted feature that directly improved the efficiency of remote procedure calls. The depth of the work lay in its precise scope, technical rigor, and alignment with the project’s ongoing security needs.