During December 2024, Víctor Jaquez enhanced the videolan/meson repository by improving Vulkan SDK compatibility within the build system. He introduced a VK_SDK_PATH fallback mechanism in Python, allowing the build process to locate older Vulkan SDK installations when the standard VULKAN_SDK variable is unset. This approach streamlined dependency management and simplified cross-system setup, particularly for developers working in diverse or legacy environments. By focusing on build systems and dependency management, Víctor’s work addressed onboarding and CI testing challenges, ensuring broader support for various Vulkan SDK versions. The contribution was concise yet targeted, reflecting a focused engineering solution to compatibility issues.