Jeff Atwood

As digital services scale, they often face the challenge of maintaining quality and performance. The infrastructure becomes complex, making it harder to manage. This complexity can lead to a deterioration in user experience, as the systems struggle to cope with increased load. It's a significant challenge that requires careful planning and engineering to overcome.

While type systems can improve software reliability and maintainability, the notion that typed languages are inherently better is flawed. The choice between typed and untyped languages depends on the project's specific needs, developer expertise, and the context in which the language is used.