As per some of the other comments,I would prefer that we don't take the "super hero" meme too far, especially since the barriers to entry are decreasing every d

As per some of the other comments,I would prefer that we don't take the "super hero" meme too far, especially since the barriers to entry are decreasing every day as new, even easier to use tools, are rolled out. (For example, back in the 90's, anyone with solid power point skills was a "Super Hero" to those who needed presentations put together quickly and cheaply.) Being a really good miner/gold panner in the 1840's would have also given a person "super hero" like powers to the extent they could participate in the gold rush. However, one thing that still stands out to me about programming is something the Paul G. said in one of his essays. I don't remember which one and don't have time to look for the exact wording, but it was something along the lines that programming/IT was one of the last areas where someone, through their own hard work, ingenuity and innovation, working in a "garage" could create phenomenal wealth. Although very few will ever achieve Gates/Zuckerberg type wealth (or even any kind of wealth at all), the very fact that it is possible is appealing to many. Plus, it's fun along the way...