Worked on the MemMachine/MemMachine repository to enhance reliability and maintainability across platforms. Developed a cross-platform command timeout utility using Shell scripting and Dockerfile, enabling robust enforcement of command runtimes and preventing runaway processes in automated environments. Addressed a widespread timeout issue by ensuring consistent termination of long-running commands, which improved automation reliability. Refactored Dockerfile RUN instructions to use heredocs, making multi-line commands more readable and maintainable without altering build outcomes. Focused on containerization and DevOps best practices, these changes streamlined contributor onboarding and clarified repository structure, supporting a more maintainable codebase and smoother collaboration for future development.