During September 2025, Tom Plunkett enhanced the powershell/powershell repository by delivering three features focused on reliability and cross-platform consistency. He improved the RemoteHyperVSocket component using C# by addressing race conditions, tightening token validation, and implementing socket timeouts to strengthen security and stability. Tom also aligned the LinuxHost pipeline configuration with WindowsHost, introducing network isolation controls and refining YAML-based CI/CD workflows for parity across platforms. Additionally, he refactored the RemoteHyperV test suite, adding retry logic to reduce flakiness and improve test reliability. His work demonstrated depth in backend development, networking, and DevOps, resulting in more robust and maintainable infrastructure.