Vaisakh Anand developed an optional meta-layer for restricted native applications in the rdkcentral/meta-application-rdke-dev repository, focusing on enhancing build flexibility and maintainability. By centralizing meta-layer handling within the build system configuration, Vaisakh enabled the build process to succeed regardless of whether the new layer is present, reducing the risk of breakage during environment changes. The work was implemented using Shell scripting and build system configuration skills, emphasizing modular architecture and collaboration across the repository. This feature unlocks optional native application functionalities, allowing teams to adapt builds to varying requirements while maintaining code quality and supporting future extensibility within the project.