I think this definition of success can be quite entrapping. Certainly, the pool of outstanding developers that do not fit these criteria is huge (in fact, the a

I think this definition of success can be quite entrapping. Certainly, the pool of outstanding developers that do not fit these criteria is huge (in fact, the absolute dominant one, considering how narrow the definition is). As such, if you are a young developer, examine whether this definition suits your career aspirations (it seems to do so for author, which is OK of course), and know that there are many roads to "success". I used to think the same thing for the better part of my 20s, but not anymore. I am also virtually non-existent online (in the author's sense), but I am quite satisfied with my career. I am of course one data point, but I have many colleagues and ex-colleagues in the same boat.