How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Fortran to Erlang 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 Erlang code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Fortran and Erlang
Characteristic | Fortran | Erlang |
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Syntax | Fortran uses a fixed-format syntax with strict column-based rules. | Erlang uses a flexible syntax with pattern matching and functional programming constructs. |
Paradigm | Fortran is primarily a procedural programming language. | Erlang is a concurrent and functional programming language. |
Typing | Fortran has static typing with optional dynamic arrays. | Erlang has dynamic typing with pattern matching and type inference. |
Performance | Fortran is known for its high performance in scientific and numerical computations. | Erlang is optimized for concurrency and fault-tolerance rather than raw performance. |
Libraries and frameworks | Fortran has a wide range of libraries and frameworks for scientific computing. | Erlang has libraries and frameworks for building distributed and fault-tolerant systems. |
Community and support | Fortran has an active community and good support for scientific computing. | Erlang has a smaller but dedicated community with support for building fault-tolerant systems. |
Learning curve | Fortran has a steeper learning curve due to its syntax and focus on scientific computing. | Erlang has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with functional programming. |