Afnan Ashraf developed an automatic shell detection feature for the derailed/k9s repository, targeting Windows NanoServer containers. Using Go for backend development, Afnan implemented logic that checks for PowerShell availability and defaults to cmd.exe when necessary, enhancing user experience and compatibility across Windows Server Core and NanoServer environments. The solution leverages the command cmd /c where powershell >nul 2>&1 && powershell || cmd to robustly determine the appropriate shell, reducing manual intervention for developers and automation pipelines. Afnan also documented and integrated the change, ensuring future maintainability and guarding against regression in Windows container shell detection scenarios.