How to use this tool?

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

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

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from COBOL to Ada 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.

COBOL

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Ada

Example 2 - Even or Odd

A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.

COBOL

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Ada

Key differences between COBOL and Ada

CharacteristicCOBOLAda
SyntaxCOBOL uses a verbose and English-like syntax.Ada uses a more structured and Pascal-like syntax.
ParadigmCOBOL is primarily procedural and imperative.Ada supports multiple paradigms, including procedural, object-oriented, and concurrent programming.
TypingCOBOL has weak typing and supports implicit type conversion.Ada has strong typing and supports explicit type conversion.
PerformanceCOBOL is known for its efficient performance in handling large-scale business applications.Ada is designed for high-performance and safety-critical systems.
Libraries and frameworksCOBOL has a limited number of libraries and frameworks available.Ada has a wide range of libraries and frameworks for various application domains.
Community and supportCOBOL has a smaller community and limited support compared to other languages.Ada has an active community and good support from both industry and academia.
Learning curveCOBOL has a relatively steep learning curve due to its verbose syntax and specific domain focus.Ada has a moderate learning curve, with a focus on strong typing and software engineering principles.