How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Dart to Kotlin in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Dart code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Kotlin code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Dart and Kotlin
Characteristic | Dart | Kotlin |
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Syntax | Dart has a C-style syntax similar to Java and JavaScript. | Kotlin has a more concise and expressive syntax compared to Java. |
Paradigm | Dart supports both object-oriented and functional programming paradigms. | Kotlin is a statically-typed programming language that supports both object-oriented and functional programming paradigms. |
Typing | Dart is optionally typed, allowing both static and dynamic typing. | Kotlin is statically typed, which means all variables must have a specific type. |
Performance | Dart has a just-in-time (JIT) compiler for faster development and a ahead-of-time (AOT) compiler for better performance in production. | Kotlin has similar performance to Java as it compiles to Java bytecode. |
Libraries and frameworks | Dart has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including Flutter for building cross-platform mobile apps. | Kotlin has access to the vast Java ecosystem, including popular libraries and frameworks like Spring and Android. |
Community and support | Dart has a growing community and is backed by Google, which provides good support and resources. | Kotlin has a strong community and is officially supported by JetBrains, the creators of the language. |
Learning curve | Dart has a relatively easy learning curve, especially for developers familiar with C-style syntax. | Kotlin has a gentle learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Java. |