From: Phil Tomson <rubyfan@...>
Date: 2006-06-06T01:00:20+09:00
Subject: Re: I love Ruby - But how bright is Ruby's Future?

On 6/5/06, ReggW <me@yourhome.com> wrote:
> Phil Tomson wrote:
> >
> > Actually, you should never get complacent about a language's 'lasting
> > power'.  Always be ready to learn a new one.
> >
> I don't agree with this statement.
>
> You should look very hard at a language (just like the owner of this
> thread is doing), to make sure you are making the right choice.

It may be years before you know if you've made the 'right' choice.

If you do happen to choose 'wrong' (whatever that might mean for you)
you can always go back and learn another language(s).  It's not like
you're locked into some binding contract or something.

>
> Many developers, Project Managers, etc., have lost thier jobs because of
> making the wrong development choice.
>

Perhaps it's not because they made the 'wrong choice' but more because
they weren't willing to learn new things?

> Look at Kylix and C++Builder X, they fit the bill when they where
> released, but now people are scrambling to find a replacement (or a new
> job).
>

Those are tools, not languages.  If they know C++ well, they'll be fine.


Phil