There's a crucial difference between a good programmer and a successful one. And the two aspects are certainly not mutually exclusive, and by that I mean: bein

There's a crucial difference between a good programmer and a successful one. And the two aspects are certainly not mutually exclusive, and by that I mean: being a good programmer does not necessarily translate into being a successful programmer. The reverse is true too. IMHO, to nurture a lasting career as a "programmer", you have to balance the two aspects. Be good and successful.