During May 2026, contributed to the apache/activemq-artemis repository by developing a configurable SSL handshake timeout parameter to enhance TLS connection management. This feature allows operators to fine-tune handshake behavior, reducing timeouts and improving client reliability under heavy load. The work involved backend development in Java, with a focus on network programming and security, ensuring the new parameter maintained backward compatibility with existing APIs. By enabling more granular control over TLS handshakes, the update improved both security and performance for the broker. No major bugs were addressed during this period, with efforts concentrated on delivering this targeted feature enhancement.