10x programmers can hit a target no one else can see. This is true for 10x persons of all types in all endeavours, not just programmers. In this mode they are more artists than technicians. Compelled by vision from an overflowing sacred gift outpacing its faithful servant. Conventions and norms are not designed for this. Those who push beyond the bounds by definition cannot be bound by them. If you want to maximize their productivity, provide them with supporting infrastructure and surround them with brilliant editors to optimize this process and integrate their vision.