How to use this tool?

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

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from COBOL to CoffeeScript 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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CoffeeScript

Example 2 - Even or Odd

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

COBOL

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CoffeeScript

Key differences between COBOL and CoffeeScript

CharacteristicCOBOLCoffeeScript
SyntaxCOBOL has a verbose and complex syntax.CoffeeScript has a concise and expressive syntax.
ParadigmCOBOL is primarily procedural and imperative.CoffeeScript is primarily functional and object-oriented.
TypingCOBOL is statically typed.CoffeeScript is dynamically typed.
PerformanceCOBOL is known for its high performance and efficiency.CoffeeScript is not optimized for performance.
Libraries and frameworksCOBOL has limited libraries and frameworks available.CoffeeScript has a wide range of libraries and frameworks.
Community and supportCOBOL has a smaller community and limited support.CoffeeScript has a larger community and active support.
Learning curveCOBOL has a steep learning curve due to its complexity.CoffeeScript has a relatively low learning curve.