Are there competent programmers who could solve puzzles such as these and yet dread going to work every day? Passion is thinking of better code while you're in

Are there competent programmers who could solve puzzles such as these and yet dread going to work every day? Passion is thinking of better code while you're in the shower, or getting so excited about a new idea that you can't sleep. Finding a great mind in this way will have a similar outcome to finding a great vocal artist through first round American Idol eliminations.