Don't compare snippets that solve exactly the same problem, because each language has its niche and a good language could still look awkward and annoying when a

Don't compare snippets that solve exactly the same problem, because each language has its niche and a good language could still look awkward and annoying when applied to the wrong task. Don't pick small examples ("hello, world" is not enough), because you won't see the compelling language constructs and library calls. Start with each language's home page...surely the maintainers can show you what it's good for.