Even if you despise python to the core, it's hard to shrug off the massive number of well documented, mature libraries. Usually there are 2 or more choices with

Even if you despise python to the core, it's hard to shrug off the massive number of well documented, mature libraries. Usually there are 2 or more choices with at least one of them being fairly mature and maintained. Not to mention the wealth of examples showing how you can do something. So despite all the things I dislike about python, it's still my go to for a proof of concept or getting something done quickly.