Look up one of the definitions of ‘punk’...........
“punk” a stick of compressed matter similar to incense, which is used to light fireworks on the Fourth of July.
Oh you mean this one: a : a young inexperienced person : beginner, novice;
That still makes the assumption that Zero has the talent or experience to improve, I don’t think this “brilliant man” (using the term man loosely) has any ability to improve his skill level. But I believe you and I share the same high opinion of the current resident.
punk
noun
1.
Slang.
a.
something or someone worthless or unimportant.
b.
a young ruffian; hoodlum.
c.
an inexperienced youth.
d.
a young male partner of a homosexual.
e.
an apprentice, especially in the building trades.
f.
Prison Slang. a boy.