> Tired of these absolutes.

Now, that is a letter to new developer that I wish I had read when I was a new developer:

Dear new developer,

Be careful when reading blogs. A lot of stuff you'll read online is insightful, informative, innovative, or inspiring. By all means, enrich your life with what you read, but be sure to also re-read "Wind in the Willows" from time to time and reflect on the character of Mr. Toad.

Regards,

Someone Who Made The Mistake of Putting Certain Bloggers on a Pedestal