How to use this tool?

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

  1. Type or paste your Dart 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.

Key differences between Dart and Vala

CharacteristicDartVala
SyntaxDart has a C-style syntax with curly braces and semicolons.Vala has a syntax similar to C# with curly braces and semicolons.
ParadigmDart supports both object-oriented and functional programming paradigms.Vala is primarily an object-oriented programming language.
TypingDart is a dynamically typed language with optional static typing.Vala is a statically typed language.
PerformanceDart has good performance due to its Just-in-Time (JIT) compilation.Vala has good performance as it compiles to C code.
Libraries and frameworksDart has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including Flutter for building cross-platform mobile apps.Vala has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to Dart.
Community and supportDart has a supportive community and is backed by Google.Vala has a smaller community and may have limited support compared to Dart.
Learning curveDart has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with C-style syntax.Vala has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with C# or Java.