How to use this tool?

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

Key differences between COBOL and Crystal

CharacteristicCOBOLCrystal
SyntaxCOBOL uses a verbose and English-like syntax.Crystal uses a syntax similar to Ruby.
ParadigmCOBOL is primarily procedural and imperative.Crystal is a statically-typed, object-oriented language with some functional programming features.
TypingCOBOL is statically-typed.Crystal is statically-typed with type inference.
PerformanceCOBOL is known for its efficiency and performance in handling large-scale business applications.Crystal is designed for performance and aims to be as fast as C.
Libraries and frameworksCOBOL has a limited number of libraries and frameworks available compared to modern languages.Crystal has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, leveraging the existing Ruby ecosystem.
Community and supportCOBOL has a mature community and good support for legacy systems.Crystal has a smaller but active community with growing support.
Learning curveCOBOL has a steep learning curve due to its verbose syntax and outdated concepts.Crystal has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Ruby.