Do you follow the trends?  While Java still holds a commanding lead in the general-purpose language, its important to note that specific-purpose languages (such as Ruby [read: domain-specific language) continue to grow in importance and relevancy, as shown below.

Why?  Because flexibility and customization still matter – a lot.  Read our take on the importance of DSLs for delivering RIAs and Web Services here and here and here!  And let us know what you think.

Speak with you soon.  DC