Worked on initiating the Batman-adv driver development cycle within the torvalds/linux repository, focusing on preparing the driver for integration with the upcoming Linux 6.18 release. Established a baseline development cadence and updated versioning to enable early compatibility checks, which helped reduce the risk of last-minute changes and improved predictability for future sprints. The work involved C programming and kernel development, with an emphasis on networking functionality. By aligning the driver’s versioning and development process with upstream changes, the contribution supported smoother integration and maintenance, laying the groundwork for ongoing enhancements in the Linux kernel networking stack.