How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Elixir to Kotlin 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 Kotlin code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from Elixir to Kotlin 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.
Elixir
Kotlin
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
Elixir
Kotlin
Key differences between Elixir and Kotlin
Characteristic | Elixir | Kotlin |
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Syntax | Elixir has a syntax inspired by Ruby and is known for its simplicity and readability. | Kotlin has a syntax similar to Java and is designed to be more concise and expressive. |
Paradigm | Elixir is a functional programming language that also supports concurrent and distributed programming. | Kotlin is a statically typed programming language that supports both object-oriented and functional programming paradigms. |
Typing | Elixir is dynamically typed, meaning that variable types are checked at runtime. | Kotlin is statically typed, meaning that variable types are checked at compile-time. |
Performance | Elixir is known for its high performance and scalability, especially in concurrent and distributed scenarios. | Kotlin is designed to have similar performance to Java, as it can be compiled to Java bytecode. |
Libraries and frameworks | Elixir has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including Phoenix for web development and Ecto for database access. | Kotlin has access to the vast Java ecosystem, including popular libraries and frameworks like Spring and Android SDK. |
Community and support | Elixir has a supportive and active community, with resources like online forums, meetups, and conferences. | Kotlin has a large and active community, with official support from JetBrains and Google, and a variety of learning resources available. |
Learning curve | Elixir has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with functional programming concepts. | Kotlin has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Java, as it is designed to be interoperable with Java. |