How to use this tool?

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

Examples

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

Example 2 - Even or Odd

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

COBOL

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Julia

Key differences between COBOL and Julia

CharacteristicCOBOLJulia
SyntaxCOBOL has a verbose and English-like syntax.Julia has a concise and expressive syntax.
ParadigmCOBOL is primarily procedural and imperative.Julia supports multiple paradigms including functional and object-oriented programming.
TypingCOBOL has static typing.Julia has dynamic typing.
PerformanceCOBOL is known for its efficient performance in handling large-scale data processing.Julia is designed for high-performance numerical computing.
Libraries and frameworksCOBOL has a limited number of libraries and frameworks available.Julia has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks for various domains.
Community and supportCOBOL has a smaller community and limited support compared to other languages.Julia has an active and growing community with good support.
Learning curveCOBOL has a steep learning curve due to its complex syntax and outdated concepts.Julia has a moderate learning curve, especially for users familiar with other programming languages.