A few points: - Don't worry about scaling problems - if you have scaling problems you have a succes already. 99% of startups unfortunately never get to have sc

A few points: - Don't worry about scaling problems - if you have scaling problems you have a succes already. 99% of startups unfortunately never get to have scaling problems. - The main focus should be to get the killer-webapp up and running, not getting a CV or trying out a new technology. Starting a company is in itself a huge challenge. No need to add to the risk by trying to do it in a language you're not familiar with. If you're good at PHP stick with it. Just my two cents... Where in Europe are you from btw?