How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Csharp to COBOL in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Csharp code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting COBOL code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from Csharp to COBOL 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.
Csharp
COBOL
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
Csharp
COBOL
Key differences between Csharp and COBOL
Characteristic | Csharp | COBOL |
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Syntax | C# has a syntax similar to C and C++. | COBOL has a verbose and English-like syntax. |
Paradigm | C# supports multiple paradigms including object-oriented, imperative, and functional programming. | COBOL is primarily procedural and imperative. |
Typing | C# is a statically typed language. | COBOL is also a statically typed language. |
Performance | C# offers good performance and is often used for performance-critical applications. | COBOL is known for its efficiency and performance in handling large-scale business applications. |
Libraries and frameworks | C# has a wide range of libraries and frameworks available, including .NET Framework and ASP.NET. | COBOL has limited libraries and frameworks compared to C#. |
Community and support | C# has a large and active community with extensive support resources. | COBOL has a smaller community and limited support compared to C#. |
Learning curve | C# has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with C-like languages. | COBOL has a steeper learning curve, especially for developers without prior experience in COBOL. |