How to use this tool?

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

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from COBOL to VB.NET 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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VB.NET

Example 2 - Even or Odd

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

COBOL

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VB.NET

Key differences between COBOL and VB.NET

CharacteristicCOBOLVB.NET
SyntaxCOBOL uses a verbose and English-like syntax.VB.NET uses a syntax similar to other BASIC languages.
ParadigmCOBOL is primarily procedural and imperative.VB.NET supports multiple paradigms, including procedural, object-oriented, and event-driven.
TypingCOBOL is statically typed.VB.NET is statically typed.
PerformanceCOBOL is known for its efficient performance.VB.NET offers good performance but may not be as optimized as COBOL.
Libraries and frameworksCOBOL has a limited selection of libraries and frameworks.VB.NET has a wide range of libraries and frameworks available.
Community and supportCOBOL has a smaller community and limited support compared to VB.NET.VB.NET has a large community and extensive support.
Learning curveCOBOL has a steeper learning curve due to its unique syntax and limited resources.VB.NET has a relatively easier learning curve with abundant learning resources available.