How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Fortran to Lua 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 Lua code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from Fortran to Lua 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
Lua
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
Fortran
Lua
Key differences between Fortran and Lua
Characteristic | Fortran | Lua |
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Syntax | Fortran uses a fixed-format syntax, which can be difficult to read and write for some programmers. However, it has a simple and consistent syntax that is easy to learn and understand. | Lua has a flexible and easy-to-learn syntax that is similar to other scripting languages like Python and Ruby. It uses a free-format syntax that allows for more readable and maintainable code. |
Paradigm | Fortran is primarily a procedural programming language, but it also supports object-oriented programming (OOP) to some extent. | Lua is a multi-paradigm language that supports procedural, functional, and object-oriented programming (OOP). |
Typing | Fortran is a statically-typed language, which means that variable types are determined at compile-time. | Lua is a dynamically-typed language, which means that variable types are determined at runtime. |
Performance | Fortran is known for its high performance and efficiency, especially in scientific and engineering applications. | Lua is a lightweight language that is designed for embedded systems and scripting, and is not typically used for high-performance applications. |
Libraries and frameworks | Fortran has a large number of libraries and frameworks for scientific and engineering applications, including LAPACK, BLAS, and FFTW. | Lua has a small but growing number of libraries and frameworks, including LuaJIT, LÖVE, and Torch. |
Community and support | Fortran has a large and active community of developers and users, especially in the scientific and engineering fields. It is also supported by many vendors and organizations. | Lua has a smaller but dedicated community of developers and users, and is supported by the Lua.org website and mailing list. |
Learning curve | Fortran has a steep learning curve, especially for programmers who are not familiar with scientific and engineering applications. However, it has a large number of resources and tutorials available online. | Lua has a relatively easy learning curve, especially for programmers who are familiar with other scripting languages. It has a small but growing number of resources and tutorials available online. |