How to use this tool?

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

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

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from Crystal 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.

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TypeScript

Example 2 - Even or Odd

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

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TypeScript

Key differences between Crystal and TypeScript

CharacteristicCrystalTypeScript
SyntaxCrystal has a syntax similar to Ruby, with some differences.TypeScript has a syntax similar to JavaScript, with some additional features.
ParadigmCrystal is a statically-typed, object-oriented language with some functional programming features.TypeScript is a statically-typed, object-oriented language with support for both functional and procedural programming.
TypingCrystal has static typing with type inference.TypeScript has static typing with optional type annotations.
PerformanceCrystal is known for its high performance and low memory usage.TypeScript's performance is comparable to JavaScript, as it transpiles to JavaScript.
Libraries and frameworksCrystal has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to TypeScript.TypeScript has a large ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, thanks to its compatibility with JavaScript.
Community and supportCrystal has a smaller community and less support compared to TypeScript.TypeScript has a large and active community with extensive support.
Learning curveCrystal has a relatively steep learning curve due to its unique syntax and limited resources.TypeScript has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with JavaScript.