How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from CoffeeScript to TypeScript 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 TypeScript code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from CoffeeScript to TypeScript 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
TypeScript
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
CoffeeScript
TypeScript
Key differences between CoffeeScript and TypeScript
Characteristic | CoffeeScript | TypeScript |
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Syntax | CoffeeScript has a more concise and expressive syntax compared to JavaScript. | TypeScript has a syntax similar to JavaScript with added static typing features. |
Paradigm | CoffeeScript is a functional programming language that compiles to JavaScript. | TypeScript is an object-oriented programming language that extends JavaScript. |
Typing | CoffeeScript does not have static typing. | TypeScript supports static typing and type inference. |
Performance | CoffeeScript code is usually slower than equivalent JavaScript code. | TypeScript code has similar performance to JavaScript code. |
Libraries and frameworks | CoffeeScript has access to the same libraries and frameworks as JavaScript. | TypeScript has access to the same libraries and frameworks as JavaScript. |
Community and support | CoffeeScript has a smaller community and less support compared to TypeScript. | TypeScript has a larger community and more support compared to CoffeeScript. |
Learning curve | CoffeeScript has a relatively low learning curve due to its simplicity. | TypeScript has a moderate learning curve due to its additional features and static typing. |