In January 2026, Chen contributed to the alibaba/higress repository by implementing IPv6 Static Address Support in Service Entry Generation, enabling endpoints to be processed in both IPv4 and IPv6 formats. This work addressed the need for dual-stack compatibility, aligning with upstream IPv6 static address support and improving readiness for modern networking environments. Chen’s technical approach involved backend development and network programming using Go, ensuring endpoints could be seamlessly integrated in mixed-network scenarios. The changes reduced manual workarounds for IPv6 deployments and maintained clear traceability through detailed commit messages and collaborative development, reflecting a focused and well-executed engineering effort.