Developed a configurable rate limiting feature for the LLM request queue in the usestrix/strix repository, enabling deployment-time control over maximum concurrent requests and per-request delay through environment variables. This backend enhancement, implemented in Python, focused on improving system stability and throughput during periods of high load by allowing flexible adjustment of concurrency limits. The work leveraged asynchronous programming techniques to manage request flow efficiently, ensuring that the API could handle varying operational demands without manual code changes. The feature was delivered as a single, focused commit and co-authored, reflecting a collaborative and targeted approach to backend development challenges.