During February 2026, Thomas contributed to the home-assistant/brands repository by implementing Optoma projector brand support, expanding device compatibility for projector-based smart home setups. He focused on seamless device integration, ensuring that Optoma projectors could be easily recognized and configured within the Home Assistant ecosystem. The feature was developed with a low-risk, well-documented approach, aligning with the project’s branding roadmap and future extensibility. Thomas applied his skills in device integration and brand support, leveraging YAML for configuration and collaborating within the Home Assistant framework. The work addressed the need for broader brand coverage, though the scope was limited to a single feature.