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> people coming from Python that don't wish to learn an entire new language I see this argument all the time but I just don't get it. Python and Javascript are

> people coming from Python that don't wish to learn an entire new language I see this argument all the time but I just don't get it. Python and Javascript are remarkably similar, they have different syntax and the metaprogramming side of things is quite different but aside from that, it's really not a big jump.

thejohnconway 6y ago
Syntax makes a big difference! I am more familiar with Javascript, and while can program Python, I find myself looking up Python’s syntax for things frequently while writing it. It a frustrating experience. I, for one would prefer to just use Python, but Javascript is a necessity for web programming, obviously.