How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Clojure to Fortran 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 Fortran code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Clojure and Fortran
Characteristic | Clojure | Fortran |
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Syntax | Clojure has a Lisp-like syntax, which is very different from Fortran's syntax. | Fortran has a more traditional syntax, which may be easier for some programmers to understand. |
Paradigm | Clojure is a functional programming language, which means it emphasizes immutability and pure functions. | Fortran is a procedural programming language, which means it emphasizes step-by-step instructions and modifying state. |
Typing | Clojure is dynamically typed, which means that types are checked at runtime. | Fortran is statically typed, which means that types are checked at compile time. |
Performance | Clojure is generally slower than Fortran due to its emphasis on immutability and functional programming. | Fortran is known for its high performance and is often used in scientific computing and numerical analysis. |
Libraries and frameworks | Clojure has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, particularly in the web development space. | Fortran has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, but it is well-suited for scientific computing and numerical analysis. |
Community and support | Clojure has a small but dedicated community, with active development and support from the core team. | Fortran has a long history and a large community, particularly in the scientific computing and numerical analysis communities. |
Learning curve | Clojure has a steep learning curve due to its functional programming paradigm and Lisp-like syntax. | Fortran has a relatively low learning curve, particularly for programmers with experience in other procedural languages. |