How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from CoffeeScript to Perl 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 Perl code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from CoffeeScript to Perl 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
Perl
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
CoffeeScript
Perl
Key differences between CoffeeScript and Perl
Characteristic | CoffeeScript | Perl |
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Syntax | CoffeeScript has a more concise and expressive syntax compared to Perl. | Perl has a more flexible and powerful syntax compared to CoffeeScript. |
Paradigm | CoffeeScript is primarily a functional programming language with support for object-oriented programming. | Perl is a multi-paradigm language that supports procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming. |
Typing | CoffeeScript is dynamically typed. | Perl is dynamically typed. |
Performance | CoffeeScript is generally slower in terms of performance compared to Perl. | Perl is generally faster in terms of performance compared to CoffeeScript. |
Libraries and frameworks | CoffeeScript has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to Perl. | Perl has a larger ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to CoffeeScript. |
Community and support | CoffeeScript has a smaller community and less support compared to Perl. | Perl has a larger community and more support compared to CoffeeScript. |
Learning curve | CoffeeScript has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with JavaScript. | Perl has a steeper learning curve compared to CoffeeScript. |