How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from CoffeeScript to Elm in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -

  1. Type or paste your CoffeeScript code in the input box.
  2. Click the convert button.
  3. The resulting Elm code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Key differences between CoffeeScript and Elm

CharacteristicCoffeeScriptElm
SyntaxCoffeeScript has a syntax that is similar to JavaScript but with some additional features and syntactic sugar.Elm has a syntax that is similar to Haskell and is designed to be simple and easy to read.
ParadigmCoffeeScript is a multi-paradigm language that supports both functional and object-oriented programming.Elm is a functional programming language that is strongly influenced by Haskell.
TypingCoffeeScript is dynamically typed, which means that variable types are determined at runtime.Elm is statically typed, which means that variable types are checked at compile-time.
PerformanceCoffeeScript is generally slower than JavaScript since it needs to be compiled into JavaScript before running.Elm is designed to be highly optimized and can have better performance than JavaScript in certain scenarios.
Libraries and frameworksCoffeeScript has a wide range of libraries and frameworks available, as it can directly use JavaScript libraries.Elm has its own set of libraries and frameworks that are specifically designed for the language.
Community and supportCoffeeScript has a large and active community with good support and resources available.Elm has a smaller but growing community with dedicated support from the core team.
Learning curveCoffeeScript has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with JavaScript.Elm has a steeper learning curve, especially for developers who are new to functional programming.