Java Criticism Debate
Discussions revolve around criticism of the Java programming language, including bashing its design and ecosystem, questions about its suitability, and defenses highlighting its maturity and thriving status.
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Because Java is not the be-all and end-all.
The classic argument against every language that isn’t Java.
Huh? What's wrong with Java?
So, Java doesn't live up to the hype?
Why wasn't Java considered?
Great not to see a another java bashing post on HN
Doesn't make Java any less of a bad language.
What's your objection to Java?
They don't hate it coz it's in Java...
There's plenty of languages that have your attitude. Java doesn't. Feel free to use one of those other languages.