How to use this tool?

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

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from COBOL to R 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.

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R

Example 2 - Even or Odd

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

COBOL

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R

Key differences between COBOL and R

CharacteristicCOBOLR
SyntaxCOBOL uses a verbose and English-like syntax.R uses a concise and expressive syntax.
ParadigmCOBOL is primarily procedural.R is primarily functional.
TypingCOBOL is statically typed.R is dynamically typed.
PerformanceCOBOL is known for its high performance and efficiency.R is not optimized for performance and can be slower.
Libraries and frameworksCOBOL has limited libraries and frameworks compared to other languages.R has a wide range of libraries and frameworks for statistical analysis and data manipulation.
Community and supportCOBOL has a smaller and more specialized community.R has a large and active community with extensive support.
Learning curveCOBOL has a steep learning curve due to its complex syntax and outdated concepts.R has a moderate learning curve, especially for those with programming experience.