How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Clojure to Dart 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 Dart code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Clojure and Dart
Characteristic | Clojure | Dart |
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Syntax | Clojure has a Lisp-like syntax with a focus on simplicity and immutability. | Dart has a C-style syntax with a focus on readability and ease of use. |
Paradigm | Clojure is a functional programming language that also supports imperative and object-oriented programming paradigms. | Dart is an object-oriented programming language that also supports functional programming paradigms. |
Typing | Clojure is dynamically typed, meaning that variable types are determined at runtime. | Dart is optionally typed, allowing developers to choose between static and dynamic typing. |
Performance | Clojure is known for its good performance due to its efficient implementation on the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). | Dart is designed to be fast and efficient, with a just-in-time (JIT) compiler and ahead-of-time (AOT) compiler. |
Libraries and frameworks | Clojure has a rich ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including popular ones like Ring, Compojure, and ClojureScript. | Dart has a growing collection of libraries and frameworks, including Flutter for building cross-platform mobile apps. |
Community and support | Clojure has a passionate and active community with good support through forums, mailing lists, and conferences. | Dart has a growing community with good support from Google, which maintains the language and provides documentation and resources. |
Learning curve | Clojure has a steep learning curve for developers who are not familiar with Lisp-like syntax and functional programming concepts. | Dart has a relatively gentle learning curve, especially for developers with experience in C-style languages. |