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Online COBOL to JavaScript Converter

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Additional Instructions

How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from COBOL to JavaScript 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 on the "Convert" button.
The converted JavaScript code will be displayed in the output box.

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from COBOL to JavaScript 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 Code:

JavaScript Code:

Example 2 - Even or Odd

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

COBOL Code:

JavaScript Code:

Differences

The following are some key differences between COBOL and JavaScript.

Characteristic	COBOL	JavaScript
Syntax	COBOL has a verbose and English-like syntax.	JavaScript has a more concise and C-like syntax.
Paradigm	COBOL is primarily procedural and imperative.	JavaScript is a multi-paradigm language, supporting procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming.
Typing	COBOL is statically typed.	JavaScript is dynamically typed.
Performance	COBOL is known for its efficiency and performance in handling large-scale business applications.	JavaScript is generally faster for web-based applications but may not be as efficient for certain types of computations.
Libraries and frameworks	COBOL has a limited number of libraries and frameworks available compared to JavaScript.	JavaScript has a vast ecosystem of libraries and frameworks for various purposes.
Community and support	COBOL has a smaller and more specialized community compared to JavaScript.	JavaScript has a large and active community with extensive support resources.
Learning curve	COBOL has a steeper learning curve due to its verbose syntax and specialized use cases.	JavaScript has a relatively easier learning curve, especially for beginners, due to its popularity and extensive learning resources.

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