In July 2025, N.J. Shetty developed NVMe FDP support in the target passthrough path for NVMe fabrics within the geerlingguy/linux repository. By implementing the FDP feature ID in the kernel’s device driver layer, Shetty enabled FDP operations at the initiator side for attached NVMe controllers and namespaces, enhancing fabric interoperability and preparing the codebase for future NVMe protocol features. The work focused on a targeted, low-risk change in C, demonstrating a strong grasp of kernel development and device driver integration. Although limited in scope, the contribution addressed a specific protocol need and improved readiness for evolving NVMe standards.