How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from Crystal to Vala 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 Vala code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from Crystal to Vala 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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Vala

Example 2 - Even or Odd

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

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Key differences between Crystal and Vala

CharacteristicCrystalVala
SyntaxCrystal has a syntax similar to Ruby, with some additional features like static typing.Vala has a syntax similar to C#, with some additional features like memory management.
ParadigmCrystal supports object-oriented programming and metaprogramming.Vala supports object-oriented programming and procedural programming.
TypingCrystal has static typing with type inference.Vala has static typing with explicit type annotations.
PerformanceCrystal is known for its high performance and low memory usage.Vala is known for its high performance and efficient memory management.
Libraries and frameworksCrystal has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, but it may not have as many options as Vala.Vala has a wide range of libraries and frameworks available, including bindings for popular libraries.
Community and supportCrystal has a smaller community compared to Vala, but it is growing steadily.Vala has a larger community and good support from the GNOME project.
Learning curveCrystal has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Ruby.Vala has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with C# or C.