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.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from COBOL to Crystal 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
Crystal
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
COBOL
Crystal
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Learning curve | COBOL has a steep learning curve due to its verbose syntax and outdated concepts.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. |