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 -
- Type or paste your COBOL code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Crystal code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between COBOL and Crystal
Characteristic | COBOL | Crystal |
---|---|---|
Syntax | COBOL uses a verbose and English-like syntax. | Crystal uses a syntax similar to Ruby. |
Paradigm | COBOL is primarily procedural and imperative. | Crystal is a statically-typed, object-oriented language with some functional programming features. |
Typing | COBOL is statically-typed. | Crystal is statically-typed with type inference. |
Performance | COBOL 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 frameworks | COBOL 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 support | COBOL has a mature community and good support for legacy systems. | Crystal has a smaller but active community with growing support. |
Learning curve | COBOL has a steep learning curve due to its verbose syntax and outdated concepts.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. |