- Added new targets in the Makefile for validation, including `run-validation`, `validate-check`, and `validate-kill`, to streamline the testing process with external tools like SteamPrefill.
- Introduced a `setcap` target to manage necessary capabilities for running the server on port 80 without root access.
- Updated README.md to include detailed instructions for validating functionality, including quick start guides and troubleshooting tips.
- Improved .gitignore to exclude validation artifacts and logs, ensuring a cleaner repository.