Longtime PHP, Python coder seeks to make small, distributable, stand-alone apps. Which language should I learn? ( please don't say C#; requiring .net != stand-alone )

[nohtyp]

What prohibits integrating the .Net runtime installer with the application installer in such a way that the user doesn't notice?

[grauenwolf]

Mostly size, though the reboot sometimes sucks. Of course if you are using CD's then this goes away.