That is a good point David, I think I'd still keep a preference to Ada since this is an Ada Project. but if we can't find one then I'd go for the other languages. It might limit programmers, but it might also encourage them to learn and get into ada. (be flexible but still have a goal if you get what I'm saying :-)...some parts may not have a choice about beign in another language. but others might :-) -- St�phane Richard Senior Software and Technology Supervisor http://www.totalweb-inc.com For all your hosting and related needs "David Holm" wrote in message news:20030822020403.625ffbf5.david@realityrift.com...