>>Just to balance all the negativity, I'd like to hear your opinions on what is the most important thing that makes a developer a great developer.
>>
>>Is it whether has
>>- Excellent analytical skills?
>>- Highly proficient with the used tools?
>>- Fast?
>>- Ability to write clear code?
>>- Good communication skills
>>
>>Or perhaps something else?
>
>I think trustworthiness should be in the mix.

Would loyal be a better description? That would include developers who do not leave when they get a better offer elsewhere ?