The author sounds like somebody I probably wouldn't want to work with. They seem to have an inflated view of their own ability. Did he consider pairing with the

The author sounds like somebody I probably wouldn't want to work with. They seem to have an inflated view of their own ability. Did he consider pairing with the person or trying to mentor them? Russian culture is no excuse for being a dick, be the person you want to be and treat others how you would like to be treated yourself.