I like scala a lot but it I think it gives too many options to people that can be abused to show "cleverness" which is the last thing you want in a utility prog

I like scala a lot but it I think it gives too many options to people that can be abused to show "cleverness" which is the last thing you want in a utility program. I stick to Scala basics and it is wonderfully concise compared to Java. Ah yes Swift is another excellent choice. I didnt like it much originally (few years ago) but based on an HN comment recently, went back to do the introductory tutorial. It has come a long way and is very pleasant to use. If I had to guess, its close association with Apple might bring "iOS"/"mac"-only connotations that might make folks not consider it. Don't know how I forgot about it.