It's like the culture was shaped by having a "Don't Be Evil" motto or something. (Also, it's interesting that you separate politics and meritocratic structure.

It's like the culture was shaped by having a "Don't Be Evil" motto or something. (Also, it's interesting that you separate politics and meritocratic structure. It is by politics that the things that are merit-worthy are decided---you can be the best developer in the world, but if you're developing the wrong thing, you're not adding value).