In February 2026, Alex Thompson enhanced the get-convex/convex-backend repository by developing partition rebalancing improvements using Rust and backend system design principles. Alex implemented full PartitionSelector support via the Hash trait on DeploymentClass, allowing for more precise and controlled partition rebalancing. Additionally, Alex introduced automatic resource provisioning during the rebalance process, reducing manual intervention and minimizing downtime. These changes improved resource utilization and operational resilience, supporting higher throughput for backend services. The work demonstrated a focused approach to backend optimization, with all modifications traceable to specific commits, reflecting a methodical and auditable engineering process over the course of the month.