Worked on improving repository hygiene for the adap/flower project by updating the .gitignore file to exclude the src/py/flwr/ee directory, which contains generated and environment-specific files. This change was implemented using Git and Git Ignore syntax, ensuring that build artifacts and temporary files are no longer tracked in version control. The update reduces noise in continuous integration pipelines and keeps the repository history clean, making it easier for new contributors to onboard and maintain consistency across development environments. No bugs were addressed during this period, with the primary focus on maintainability and workflow improvements through careful version control management.