@tgall@mastodon.social Well I don't even agree with the idea of "brightest minds" existing at all, what I understand with that statement is that they want "experts" to apply their expertise to Solid, from whatever field they come from.
I'm sure they welcome anyone as part of the conversation and to join the community.
But anyways what do I know, you should ask them :) I've been asking questions on their gitter channel and they are usually very responsive.