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From: Dufr <dufriz@gmail.com>
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Subject: Suitability of Ada as a general-purpose language
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Date: 2012-07-30T04:43:46-07:00
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Hi=20

I have a dilemma: whether to learn Ada or Delphi/Object Pascal (I have a on=
ly Pascal background, and I wish to stick with Pascal-like languages). My t=
arget would be to write day-to-day (business, educational, etc), relatively=
 simple desktop applications.

Since I don't need to write scientific or engineering programs, and I don't=
 need to work in embedded systems, my fear is that using Ada may be a bit o=
f an overkill in my case. But still, I am very much attracted to it, becaus=
e Ada has a reputation for being rock solid, with good libraries, well docu=
mented, well supported, etc. I also like very much its readability.
On the other hand, Delphi/Object Pascal is probably easier (and less compli=
cated) for my needs, and may have more development tools (though I am not s=
ure of this).

Could you please share with me your insights regarding the pros and cons of=
 choosing Ada in my case?

I thank you all in advance.

Dufr