”I just don’t like it, it’s as simple as that. Python just doesn’t work like my brain does, I guess…”

(Via RussellBeattie.com.)

I know exactly what you’re talking about Russell, my brain doesn’t wrap around Python either.

Ruby just worked for me in every way and quickly replaced PHP, Java and Perl for most of my daily needs.

Regarding performance, it looks like version 1.9 is coming in December with a taste dose of performance improvements.

If you use Ubuntu Gutsy, the latest and greatest Ruby packages install flawlessly, as does an entire Rails or Merb stack.

Despite the misgivings about Rails, take a look into RubyGems, it is a treasure trove of tools to add to your Ruby toolbox.