How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from COBOL to Scheme 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 Scheme code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from COBOL to Scheme 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
Scheme
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
COBOL
Scheme
Key differences between COBOL and Scheme
Characteristic | COBOL | Scheme |
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Syntax | COBOL uses a verbose and English-like syntax with a focus on readability and self-documentation. | Scheme uses a minimalist and parentheses-heavy syntax with a focus on simplicity and expressiveness. |
Paradigm | COBOL is primarily procedural and imperative, with limited support for object-oriented programming. | Scheme is a functional programming language that supports procedural and imperative programming as well. |
Typing | COBOL is statically typed, with strong typing and explicit declaration of data types. | Scheme is dynamically typed, with weak typing and implicit conversion of data types. |
Performance | COBOL is known for its efficiency and performance in handling large-scale business applications. | Scheme is generally slower than COBOL due to its focus on simplicity and expressiveness over performance. |
Libraries and frameworks | COBOL has a limited number of libraries and frameworks available, mainly focused on business applications. | Scheme has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to mainstream languages. |
Community and support | COBOL has a dedicated community and strong support from legacy systems, but a smaller community compared to modern languages. | Scheme has a smaller community and less mainstream support compared to popular programming languages. |
Learning curve | COBOL has a steep learning curve due to its verbose syntax and complex concepts, but resources and training materials are available. | Scheme has a moderate learning curve, with a focus on simplicity and a smaller set of core concepts to grasp. |