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by wtetzner 4970 days ago
> I think for a good programmer choice of a programming language does not matter.

I disagree. I think an important part of being a programming is choosing the right tool for the job.

You might be able to build what you need using a hatchet to cut your lumber, but you will almost certainly end up with something much cruder than if you had chosen to use a saw.

So a good programmer should be able to get by with the tools he has, but should pick the best tool for the job when he has the option.