How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Elixir to Clojure in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Elixir code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Clojure code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Elixir and Clojure
Characteristic | Elixir | Clojure |
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Syntax | Elixir has a Ruby-like syntax with a focus on simplicity and readability. | Clojure has a Lisp-like syntax with a focus on simplicity and expressiveness. |
Paradigm | Elixir is a functional programming language with support for concurrency and fault-tolerance. | Clojure is a functional programming language that runs on the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) and emphasizes immutability and persistent data structures. |
Typing | Elixir is dynamically typed, allowing for flexible and expressive code. | Clojure is dynamically typed, allowing for flexible and expressive code. |
Performance | Elixir is known for its high performance and scalability, thanks to the Erlang Virtual Machine (BEAM) it runs on. | Clojure's performance is comparable to Java, as it runs on the JVM. |
Libraries and frameworks | Elixir has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including Phoenix for web development. | Clojure has access to the vast Java ecosystem, including popular libraries and frameworks like Ring and Compojure for web development. |
Community and support | Elixir has a supportive and active community, with many resources and libraries available. | Clojure has a strong and active community, with many resources and libraries available. |
Learning curve | Elixir has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Ruby or functional programming concepts. | Clojure has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Lisp or functional programming concepts. |