Combination of the two: Also folks aren't "good" or "bad" but rather able to add value in different circumstances. Some may be able to add more value in a more

Combination of the two: Also folks aren't "good" or "bad" but rather able to add value in different circumstances. Some may be able to add more value in a more structured development environment where a mentor helps guide their every step. Others may strive in a green field situation where they can really build the "whole thing" themselves. Both of these modes have their costs in the near and long-term with the latter potentially harder to scale to other developers after the fact, but at the time appearing impressive. The former means continuity in the organization but some individuals will grow less in this model. And of course there are a million other models. Everyone thrives differently.