In February 2026, Sam contributed to the 389ds/389-ds-base repository by addressing a display inconsistency in the dsctl get-nsstate tool. Sam implemented a targeted Python backend patch that corrected the Gen as CSN output formatting, ensuring that both the replica id and sequence number are now displayed in hexadecimal rather than decimal. This change brought the output in line with established CSN conventions, reducing the risk of misinterpretation in replication state reporting. By directly resolving issues #7246 and #7247, Sam demonstrated attention to protocol consistency and backend reliability, leveraging Python and backend development skills to deliver a precise bug fix.