What's with this idea of a "Rockstar" developer? Is it just me or is it incredibly stupid. Unless it means: -Is so successful and in demand that he can do what

What's with this idea of a "Rockstar" developer? Is it just me or is it incredibly stupid. Unless it means: -Is so successful and in demand that he can do whatever he wants, and set his own rules. -Makes a ton of money, at least millions of dollars per year. -Is a household name, at least among some circles. People get excited by a software project just because he is involved. -Has enough social status to get many women. -Uses drugs. I don't think there are many software guys in this category. John Carmack and John Romero in their heyday is what I'd have in mind, or Richard Garriot (I mean come on, he built a castle!), or Sid Meyer. Or Linus of course.