The best part of Pharo is that you get everything from the ground up: VM code, image objects, tools, all is accessible and can be shaped to one's will. Try to

The best part of Pharo is that you get everything from the ground up: VM code, image objects, tools, all is accessible and can be shaped to one's will. Try to do that with Eclipse or IntelliJ's tools! This is making one reach an understanding of the computing platform which is very beneficial in terms of mastering one's craft.