How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Fortran to Elixir in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Fortran code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Elixir code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from Fortran to Elixir 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.
Fortran
Elixir
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
Fortran
Elixir
Key differences between Fortran and Elixir
Characteristic | Fortran | Elixir |
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Syntax | Fortran uses a fixed-format syntax with strict column-based rules. | Elixir uses a flexible and expressive syntax inspired by Ruby and Erlang. |
Paradigm | Fortran is primarily a procedural programming language. | Elixir is a functional programming language that also supports concurrent and distributed programming. |
Typing | Fortran has static typing with optional dynamic typing features. | Elixir has dynamic typing with strong type inference capabilities. |
Performance | Fortran is known for its high performance in scientific and numerical computing. | Elixir is not optimized for performance-critical tasks but provides good performance for most general-purpose applications. |
Libraries and frameworks | Fortran has a wide range of libraries and frameworks for scientific and numerical computing. | Elixir has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks for web development, concurrency, and distributed systems. |
Community and support | Fortran has a smaller community compared to more popular languages, but it has dedicated support for scientific and numerical computing. | Elixir has an active and supportive community with a focus on functional programming and web development. |
Learning curve | Fortran has a relatively steep learning curve, especially for beginners without prior programming experience. | Elixir has a moderate learning curve, with a syntax that is easy to read and understand for developers familiar with Ruby or Erlang. |