Alternative perspective: you kids with your Docker builds need to roll up your sleeves and learn how to actually compile a semi-complicated project if you expect to be able to contribute back to said project.
I can see both perspectives! But honestly, making a project easier to build is almost always a good use of time if you'd like new people to contribute.
>"Alternative perspective: you kids with your Docker builds need to roll up your sleeves and learn how to actually compile a semi-complicated project if you expect to be able to contribute back to said project."
Well, that attitude is probably why the issue has been open for 2 years.