Worked on the analogdevicesinc/linux repository to improve the robustness of the Xilinx TPG driver within the V4L2 subsystem. Focused on kernel-level device driver development using C, addressing a critical issue in pad format retrieval by implementing explicit NULL return handling. This approach prevented potential NULL pointer dereferences and ensured proper error propagation when invalid pad formats were encountered, reducing kernel warnings and simplifying future debugging. The work enhanced maintainability and reliability for downstream driver users. Leveraged expertise in Linux kernel development and V4L2 to deliver a targeted bug fix that strengthened the overall stability of the driver codebase.