Thinking about 'us' is definitely the best thing to do and it is definitely a failing of (some) young but talented programmers to develop a certain arrogance wh

Thinking about 'us' is definitely the best thing to do and it is definitely a failing of (some) young but talented programmers to develop a certain arrogance which only puts others off. However, at some point it will become obvious that you can/can't effect change in a meaningful timeframe. And if the latter, you should move on. The sad truth is that often the bad type of programmers the author describes are unwilling to learn, and are especially reluctant to take lessons from a new/young colleague.