During October 2025, Dave Wickham focused on improving cross-platform input stability for the libsdl-org/SDL repository, specifically targeting Xbox 360 gamepad mapping compatibility. Working in C, he addressed SDL issue #14324 by removing fragile special-case mappings that previously caused inconsistencies and by restoring deleted OpenBSD-specific mappings to ensure platform parity. His approach emphasized robust cross-platform development and hardware integration, reducing platform-specific regressions and enhancing the user experience on OpenBSD. Although the work centered on bug fixing rather than feature development, Dave’s contributions demonstrated a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to maintaining reliable input handling in a complex, multi-platform codebase.