How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from C to Fortran in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your C code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Fortran code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from C to Fortran using this converter. Note that you may not always get the same code since it is generated by an AI language model which is not 100% deterministic and gets updated from time to time.
Example 1 - Is String Palindrome
Program that checks if a string is a palindrome or not.
C
Fortran
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
C
Fortran
Key differences between C and Fortran
Characteristic | C | Fortran |
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Syntax | C has a syntax that is similar to other programming languages like Java and C++. It uses curly braces to define blocks of code and semicolons to end statements. | Fortran has a syntax that is more similar to mathematical notation. It uses keywords like 'DO' and 'END DO' to define loops and has a more verbose syntax for array operations. |
Paradigm | C is a procedural programming language, which means that it focuses on defining procedures or functions that perform specific tasks. | Fortran is a procedural programming language, but it also has support for object-oriented programming through the Fortran 2003 standard. |
Typing | C is a statically typed language, which means that variable types are defined at compile time and cannot be changed during runtime. | Fortran is a statically typed language, but it also has support for dynamic memory allocation through the 'ALLOCATABLE' keyword. |
Performance | C is known for its high performance and is often used for systems programming and embedded systems. | Fortran is also known for its high performance, especially in scientific computing and numerical analysis. |
Libraries and frameworks | C has a large number of libraries and frameworks available, including the standard C library and popular frameworks like GTK+ and Qt. | Fortran has a smaller number of libraries and frameworks available, but it does have support for the BLAS and LAPACK libraries for numerical analysis. |
Community and support | C has a large and active community, with many resources available for learning and support. | Fortran also has a dedicated community, especially in the scientific computing and numerical analysis fields. |
Learning curve | C has a steep learning curve, especially for beginners who are not familiar with low-level programming concepts. | Fortran also has a steep learning curve, especially for beginners who are not familiar with scientific computing and numerical analysis concepts. |