How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from COBOL to Assembly 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 Assembly code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Key differences between COBOL and Assembly

CharacteristicCOBOLAssembly
SyntaxCOBOL uses English-like syntax with a heavy use of English keywords and phrases.Assembly uses a low-level symbolic representation of machine code instructions.
ParadigmCOBOL is primarily procedural and imperative.Assembly is a low-level programming language that is closely tied to the underlying hardware.
TypingCOBOL is statically typed.Assembly is not strongly typed and allows direct manipulation of memory.
PerformanceCOBOL is optimized for business applications and may not have the same level of performance as Assembly.Assembly provides direct control over hardware resources and can be highly optimized for performance.
Libraries and frameworksCOBOL has a wide range of libraries and frameworks available for business applications.Assembly does not have as many libraries and frameworks available compared to COBOL.
Community and supportCOBOL has a smaller community and support compared to other modern programming languages.Assembly has a niche community and limited support compared to higher-level programming languages.
Learning curveCOBOL has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers with experience in other programming languages.Assembly has a steep learning curve due to its low-level nature and direct manipulation of hardware resources.