There may never be a perfect taxonomy of programmer archetypes. I imagine most of us here can agree that some elevate the craft and ritual to great effect whil

There may never be a perfect taxonomy of programmer archetypes. I imagine most of us here can agree that some elevate the craft and ritual to great effect while others avoid such high-minded conceits in favor of shipping whatever hits the expected target this week. I’ve been both at different points in my career. Usually it’s a response to my environment.