During November 2025, this developer enhanced the dstackai/dstack repository by introducing a configurable HTTP timeout for the proxy service, focusing on operator configurability and service resilience. The solution allows operators to adjust the timeout via the DSTACK_SERVICE_CLIENT_TIMEOUT environment variable, defaulting to 60 seconds, which decouples operational tuning from code changes and supports production flexibility. The implementation was documented in the server reference to improve discoverability and maintainability. Leveraging Python and environment configuration skills, the developer concentrated on backend and API development, delivering a targeted feature that improves reliability and scalability without introducing new bugs or regressions during the period.