Vidya Gopalakrishnan enhanced power and thermal management for the Trulo board in the Dasharo/coreboot repository, focusing on embedded systems and firmware development using C. She implemented a dynamic PL1 power limit that configures per silicon TDP in alignment with the Platform Design Guide, replacing previous hardcoded overrides. Vidya also introduced a charger-aware passive policy, enabling the CHARGER temperature sensor to participate in thermal management decisions, which improves both safety and efficiency under varying charger conditions. Her work demonstrated a thoughtful approach to system configuration, providing clear commit traceability and addressing nuanced hardware requirements within a short development period.