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Ask HN: Which is better? Python or Ruby

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To make it simple and concise, which is a better choise for a programmer experienced with C-like languages (PHP, C, Java) to start learning and (of course) using? Easy to learn, easy to work with, great support and a stupid amount of free libraries for any purpose.

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[dead] techn_in
neither is objectively "better". Try them both out and use what you prefer personally.
0x0x0x
Do you like whitespace? ;)
moozeek
I guess the logical correct answer would be: Yes ;-)
petercooper
I disclaim I'm a Ruby nut, but all four apply to both. They both have qualities that can be seen as pros or cons by their respective fans. You'd need to be more specific with your requirements.

It is no big deal to learn enough of each to make a reasonable comparison in several hours.

ryanto
which is better: a hammer or a screw driver?
sunspeck
A hammer or a different brand of hammer?
glimcat
They're both easy.

Python is more broadly useful, while Ruby has Rails. What do you want to do with it?