[ale] best cross platform development evironment

[Brian Pitts]

On 11/08/2010 06:13 PM, Ron Frazier wrote:
> At the risk of sounding horribly indecisive, has anyone had any experience 
> with Ruby?  From an employment point of view, I like the languages 
> previously discussed.  However, from an intellectual point of view, Ruby 
> sounds really cool because of the power and flexibility and expressiveness 
> it's reputed to have.  I have my doubts that it could be as fast as either 
> C++, C#, or Java.  Also, it seems like getting a ruby application deployed 
> on a user's system might be a bear.
> 
> I just decided to run out to Borders and look over some C++ and Ruby books 
> for curiosity.  I have a 33% off coupon burning a hole in my pocket, 
> expires tonight.
> 
> I know Amazon may be cheaper, but I have to see a programming book before I 
> buy it.  So many of them are about as interesting as reading the dictionary.

If you're looking for a Ruby book, I want to make a plug for The
Well-Grounded Rubyist by David Black. When I was trying to learn some
Ruby back in 2007, an earlier book of his was the most helpful. Judging
from the amazon reviews, this new one is great as well. I think the
author does a better job of clearly explaining and illustrating concepts
than most technical writers do.

http://www.amazon.com/Well-Grounded-Rubyist-David-Black/dp/1933988657/

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All the best,
Brian Pitts