Anirudh Konduru developed a timeout feature for the MCPAgentTool in the strands-agents/sdk-python repository, enabling users to specify execution durations for backend tools. Leveraging Python and asynchronous programming, Anirudh modified both the constructor and stream method to support configurable timeouts, directly addressing the risk of long-running or hanging executions. This enhancement improved reliability and allowed for more predictable resource budgeting in backend workflows. The work demonstrated a solid understanding of backend development and unit testing, with careful attention to API ergonomics. Although focused on a single feature, the implementation provided clear business value by increasing control over tool execution.