I&#x27;ve never been in a situation where programming was an &quot;end&quot; in and of itself. It has always (for me) been a means to an end.<p>So, I think: yes, it&#x27;s definitely possible to be a good programmer. If your work-activity furthers the larger goals that you&#x27;re working towards (in an effective and efficient way), then you&#x27;re pretty good in my book.