Worked on the geerlingguy/linux repository to address a critical kernel memory initialization issue affecting NUMA-enabled systems. Delivered a targeted bug fix in C that updated the numa_nodes_parsed count when memory blocks are added, ensuring proper initialization of memory-only NUMA nodes. This change eliminated a boot-time kernel panic caused by uninitialized memory nodes, preventing NULL pointer dereferences during memory setup. Demonstrated expertise in kernel development, device drivers, and system architecture by diagnosing low-level memory management paths and documenting the patch thoroughly. The work improved system stability and reliability, reducing boot failures and supporting higher uptime across diverse NUMA deployments.