How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from Fortran to SAS 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 SAS code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Key differences between Fortran and SAS

CharacteristicFortranSAS
SyntaxFortran uses a fixed-format syntax, which can be more difficult to read and write than free-format syntax used in modern programming languages.SAS uses a combination of data step and procedure syntax, which can be verbose and require more typing than other languages.
ParadigmFortran is primarily a procedural language, but it also supports object-oriented programming to some extent.SAS is primarily a data manipulation and analysis language, but it also supports procedural programming to some extent.
TypingFortran is a statically typed language, which means that variable types must be declared before use.SAS is a dynamically typed language, which means that variable types are determined at runtime.
PerformanceFortran is known for its high performance and is often used in scientific and engineering applications that require complex calculations.SAS is not known for its performance and can be slower than other languages for certain tasks.
Libraries and frameworksFortran has a number of libraries and frameworks for scientific and engineering applications, including LAPACK, BLAS, and PETSc.SAS has a large number of built-in functions and procedures for data manipulation and analysis, as well as a number of add-on modules for specific tasks.
Community and supportFortran has a smaller community than some other languages, but it is still actively used in scientific and engineering applications.SAS has a large community of users and a number of resources available for support and learning.
Learning curveFortran can have a steep learning curve for those who are not familiar with scientific and engineering applications, but it is relatively easy to learn for those who are.SAS can have a steep learning curve for those who are not familiar with data manipulation and analysis, but it is relatively easy to learn for those who are.