How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Fsharp to OCaml in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Fsharp code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting OCaml code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from Fsharp to OCaml 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.
Fsharp
OCaml
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
Fsharp
OCaml
Key differences between Fsharp and OCaml
Characteristic | Fsharp | OCaml |
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Syntax | F# has a more concise and expressive syntax compared to OCaml. | OCaml has a more verbose syntax compared to F#. |
Paradigm | F# is a multi-paradigm language that supports functional, imperative, and object-oriented programming. | OCaml is a multi-paradigm language that supports functional and imperative programming. |
Typing | F# has a strong static type system with type inference. | OCaml has a strong static type system with type inference. |
Performance | F# and OCaml have similar performance characteristics as they both compile to efficient native code. | F# and OCaml have similar performance characteristics as they both compile to efficient native code. |
Libraries and frameworks | F# has good interoperability with .NET libraries and frameworks. | OCaml has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to F#. |
Community and support | F# has a growing community and good support from Microsoft. | OCaml has a smaller community and less support compared to F#. |
Learning curve | F# has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with .NET. | OCaml has a steeper learning curve compared to F#. |