[tim2]

If this is the case for hackers then I can at least see a very good reason for it. The _only_ reason I learned to program was for the power it gives me to create new things and explore whatever I want.

Take that away from me? Forget it, I'll do any number of occupations where I can earn more.

[Tichy]

But some things are hard or impossible to achieve alone, so teaming up with others might be necessary.

[tim2]

Indeed, indeed.