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I don't know why but I just like using variety of languages. I enjoy the learning different stuff. After 3 years with PHP, I developed an app for a contest a wh
by SingAlong 18y ago
I don't know why but I just like using variety of languages. I enjoy the learning different stuff. After 3 years with PHP, I developed an app for a contest a while ago on Google App Engine using web.py. That was my first shot with developing a python web app. I'll give Django a try later. But since my web app deals with developing for plugins go blog engines, I guess I have to deal with some Python blog engines too.
Now since you mentioned Merb, I'm going with Merb. Just tried Ruby online on http://tryruby.hobix.com http://tryruby.hobix.com Seemed cool, so I'm sticking with Ruby this time.
Merb seems to have some problem with Windows XP. I get an error while installing it. But it's just the docs that generate the error. The main package installed. merb 1.0.3
P.S: Does trying out too many languages often make me a bad programmer? Should I stick to one stack of technology and learn new stuff as the trend changes or do I continue to do what I love to do?
- harpastum 18y agoIMHO, knowledge of multiple languages is usually a sign of a _good_ programmer. Keep at it.
- aaronblohowiak 18y agomake sure to learn the canonical style of the languages, not just the syntax and grammar. it is the difference in attitudes and approaches that yields insights that will carry with you from one situation to the next.
- qhoxie 18y agoI too think it is important to work with a variety of languages, but it is even more important to be good with at least one. Basically, don't spread yourself too thin.