[static_typed]

Well, Martin should be happy Scala is getting discussed, even if he doesn't agree all that is being said. There are plenty of new and old languages that never get a mention on HN, let alone grace the front page.

That said, he should probably not take any criticism personally. They are discussing Scala the language, not Martin the creator of that language.

[frowaway001]

There was at least one person which did not only attack and insult him, but went straight from HN to the mailing list to do so.

I don't think this makes HN look good in any way.