How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from ActionScript to Kotlin in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -

  1. Type or paste your ActionScript code in the input box.
  2. Click the convert button.
  3. The resulting Kotlin code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Key differences between ActionScript and Kotlin

CharacteristicActionScriptKotlin
SyntaxActionScript has a syntax similar to JavaScript and is based on ECMAScript.Kotlin has a syntax similar to Java and is based on JVM.
ParadigmActionScript is an object-oriented programming language that supports both procedural and functional programming paradigms.Kotlin is a statically-typed, object-oriented programming language that supports functional programming paradigms.
TypingActionScript is a dynamically-typed language.Kotlin is a statically-typed language.
PerformanceActionScript is slower than Kotlin due to its dynamic typing and interpreted nature.Kotlin is faster than ActionScript due to its static typing and compiled nature.
Libraries and frameworksActionScript has a limited number of libraries and frameworks compared to Kotlin.Kotlin has a wide range of libraries and frameworks available, including popular ones like Spring and Android KTX.
Community and supportActionScript has a smaller community and less support compared to Kotlin.Kotlin has a growing community and good support from JetBrains, the company behind the language.
Learning curveActionScript has a moderate learning curve, especially for those familiar with JavaScript.Kotlin has a moderate learning curve, especially for those familiar with Java or other JVM-based languages.