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Online COBOL to Racket Converter

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Additional Instructions

How to use this tool?

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

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from COBOL to Racket 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:

Racket Code:

Example 2 - Even or Odd

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

COBOL Code:

Racket Code:

Differences

The following are some key differences between COBOL and Racket.

Characteristic	COBOL	Racket
Syntax	COBOL uses a verbose and English-like syntax with a focus on readability and self-documentation.	Racket uses a Lisp-like syntax with parentheses and prefix notation, which can be more concise and expressive.
Paradigm	COBOL is primarily procedural and imperative, with limited support for object-oriented programming.	Racket is a multi-paradigm language that supports functional programming, procedural programming, and object-oriented programming.
Typing	COBOL is statically typed, with strong type checking and limited support for dynamic typing.	Racket is dynamically typed, allowing for flexible and expressive programming with less emphasis on type checking.
Performance	COBOL is known for its efficiency and performance in handling large-scale business applications.	Racket is a high-level language that prioritizes expressiveness over raw performance, making it less suitable for performance-critical applications.
Libraries and frameworks	COBOL has a limited number of libraries and frameworks available, mainly focused on business and mainframe applications.	Racket has a rich ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, offering a wide range of functionality for various domains.
Community and support	COBOL has a smaller and more specialized community, with dedicated support from mainframe vendors and legacy system maintainers.	Racket has an active and supportive community, with regular updates, documentation, and community-driven development.
Learning curve	COBOL has a steeper learning curve due to its verbose syntax and specialized use cases, requiring familiarity with mainframe systems.	Racket has a moderate learning curve, especially for programmers familiar with Lisp-like languages, but can be approachable for beginners as well.

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