Akshat Thakkar focused on build system management and code cleanup for the valkey-search repository, targeting improvements in maintainability and build efficiency. During August 2025, Akshat removed an unused CMakeLists.txt file from the testing/coordinator directory and made minor formatting adjustments in a header file, using C++ and CMake as primary technologies. These changes reduced the build surface area, streamlined the repository, and contributed to more reliable continuous integration processes. While the work did not involve bug fixes or new features, it addressed technical debt and supported faster onboarding for future contributors by clarifying the project’s build configuration and structure.