Exploring Language Adoption and Success in Technology

This chapter dives into the evolution of technology adoption, examining factors beyond technical superiority that influence the popularity of programming languages. It discusses the unexpected success story of Rails and Ruby in web development, contrasts language choices in different regions like North America and the UK, and explores the trade-offs in using novel technologies for a selective hiring process.

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