This is sort of similar to pg's "Python Paradox" essay. http://www.paulgraham.com/pypar.html http://www.paulgraham.com/pypar.html It's a slightly different con

This is sort of similar to pg's "Python Paradox" essay. http://www.paulgraham.com/pypar.html http://www.paulgraham.com/pypar.html It's a slightly different conclusion (use best tool for the job, earn respect of developers vs. use esoteric tool for the job, attract developers eager to learn something off-the beaten-path), but with similar ends. Using an offbeat language can have its benefits.