How to use this tool?

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

  1. Type or paste your Fortran code in the input box.
  2. Click the convert button.
  3. The resulting CoffeeScript code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Key differences between Fortran and CoffeeScript

CharacteristicFortranCoffeeScript
SyntaxFortran has a fixed-format syntax with strict column-based rules.CoffeeScript has a more flexible and concise syntax inspired by Ruby and Python.
ParadigmFortran is primarily a procedural programming language with support for object-oriented programming.CoffeeScript is a functional programming language that compiles to JavaScript.
TypingFortran has static typing with strong type checking.CoffeeScript has dynamic typing with weak type checking.
PerformanceFortran is known for its high performance and efficiency in scientific and numerical computing.CoffeeScript's performance depends on the underlying JavaScript engine.
Libraries and frameworksFortran has a wide range of libraries and frameworks for scientific and numerical computing.CoffeeScript leverages the extensive JavaScript ecosystem and can use any JavaScript library or framework.
Community and supportFortran has a smaller community compared to more popular languages, but there are dedicated communities for scientific computing.CoffeeScript has a larger community due to its association with JavaScript.
Learning curveFortran has a steeper learning curve, especially for beginners, due to its syntax and historical baggage.CoffeeScript has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with JavaScript.