How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from CoffeeScript to Clojure in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your CoffeeScript code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Clojure code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from CoffeeScript to Clojure 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.
CoffeeScript
Clojure
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
CoffeeScript
Clojure
Key differences between CoffeeScript and Clojure
Characteristic | CoffeeScript | Clojure |
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Syntax | CoffeeScript has a more concise and expressive syntax compared to Clojure. | Clojure has a Lisp-like syntax that is more verbose compared to CoffeeScript. |
Paradigm | CoffeeScript is a multi-paradigm language that supports both functional and object-oriented programming. | Clojure is a functional programming language that runs on the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). |
Typing | CoffeeScript is dynamically typed. | Clojure is dynamically typed. |
Performance | CoffeeScript performance depends on the underlying JavaScript engine. | Clojure performance depends on the JVM and can be optimized using Java interop. |
Libraries and frameworks | CoffeeScript has access to a wide range of JavaScript libraries and frameworks. | Clojure has access to Java libraries and frameworks through Java interop. |
Community and support | CoffeeScript has a large and active community with good support. | Clojure has a smaller but dedicated community with good support. |
Learning curve | CoffeeScript has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with JavaScript. | Clojure has a steeper learning curve, especially for developers new to functional programming. |