How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Clojure to Crystal in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Clojure code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Crystal code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from Clojure to Crystal 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.
Clojure
Crystal
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
Clojure
Crystal
Key differences between Clojure and Crystal
Characteristic | Clojure | Crystal |
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Syntax | Clojure has a Lisp-like syntax with a focus on simplicity and immutability. | Crystal has a syntax similar to Ruby with a strong focus on readability and ease of use. |
Paradigm | Clojure is a functional programming language that runs on the JVM. | Crystal is a statically-typed, object-oriented language with a syntax inspired by Ruby. |
Typing | Clojure is dynamically typed, allowing for flexible and expressive code. | Crystal is statically typed, providing compile-time type checking for increased performance and safety. |
Performance | Clojure's performance is highly optimized, especially when leveraging the JVM ecosystem. | Crystal is known for its high performance, often comparable to statically-typed languages like C. |
Libraries and frameworks | Clojure has a rich ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, with strong integration with Java libraries. | Crystal has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, with a focus on simplicity and performance. |
Community and support | Clojure has an active and supportive community, with regular updates and contributions. | Crystal has a smaller but growing community, with active development and community support. |
Learning curve | Clojure has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers new to functional programming. | Crystal has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Ruby or similar languages. |