> he term has been used to denigrate anyone who has done well with computers or who dares to be excited about them in ways that rub some people the wrong way

bro, it is the inflated sense of self-importance that's the annoying part, bro.

His insecurity is palpable.

Oh this fash bro trying to stay relevant by being an edgy contrarian. What an embarrassment. People like him are the reason the tech industry is hated.