Quote Originally Posted by dsr View Post
Python = awesome
Microsoft = not so awesome

Python and .NET don't mix in my book.

But actually, any Python derivative is probably good. Groovy is another one to look at if you like the Java standard class library.
I actually really like the .NET platform. It's very convenient and I feel comfortable using it, especially in conjunction with such a thoughtful language as C#. As long as Microsoft don't start injecting us all with Super AIDS, I can't really say I have any reason to muster enough effort to dislike them for anything. It's not as if a lot of their software costs anything at the end of the day; chances are Windows came with your computer, Media Player is either included or is a free download, and VS Express is more than enough for the average solitary programmer. There are less visible reasons to dislike them, but as I said, that would require personal effort.