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 -
- Type or paste your Fortran code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting SAS code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Fortran and SAS
Characteristic | Fortran | SAS |
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Syntax | Fortran 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. |
Paradigm | Fortran 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. |
Typing | Fortran 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. |
Performance | Fortran 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 frameworks | Fortran 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 support | Fortran 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 curve | Fortran 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. |