Yes, it is true that the basics are good to master before developing something new. This is true of history and of almost everything in life. Past generations have learned the best ways to deal with certain matters through trial and error, so long-term learning should be valued and the skills of the experienced should be appreciated.
I’m all the same annoyed with arrogant rookies who consider themselves Masters of the Universe. Some of them are pitiful, some comical - and some of them keep us on our toes. Alfred Adler (a late Austrian shrink) has said: "The greater the feeling of inferiority that has been experienced, the more powerful is the urge to conquest and the more violent the emotional agitation". However, sometimes these roosters show unprecedented innovation in science, art or in the culinary world, so I guess it’s best to be humble in the face of life and give value to everyone — even those arrogant beginners. It is plausible that Siberia will teach them in time (a Finnish saying). People learn their lessons in different ways: some of us through the hard way. I value skills and experience in all aspects of life. Social skills, empathy and understanding are amongst them. I suck in social skills and self-discipline but I'm doing my best to improve myself.
There's a culinary school (foodservice, baking; confectionary, catering etc.) nearby. I often buy products from their street level shop & cafeteria and sometimes have (or had pre-Covid) a cup of coffee there, so I've heard the teachers talk about the hardships in teaching culinary basics to restless youngsters with attitude problems, mental disorders and conjoined smartphones. Still, the teachers still seem to love their work and keep teaching the best they can - with a smile.
Btw, some more mature, arrogant chefs are just as annoying.
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