How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Groovy to Kotlin in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Groovy code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Kotlin code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from Groovy to Kotlin 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.
Groovy
Kotlin
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
Groovy
Kotlin
Key differences between Groovy and Kotlin
Characteristic | Groovy | Kotlin |
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Syntax | Groovy has a syntax similar to Java with additional features like closures and dynamic typing. | Kotlin has a more concise and expressive syntax compared to Java and supports features like null safety and extension functions. |
Paradigm | Groovy is a dynamic language that supports both object-oriented and functional programming paradigms. | Kotlin is a statically-typed language that supports both object-oriented and functional programming paradigms. |
Typing | Groovy is dynamically typed, allowing for flexible and concise code. | Kotlin is statically typed, providing compile-time type safety and null safety. |
Performance | Groovy is slower than Java due to its dynamic nature and runtime metaprogramming. | Kotlin has similar performance to Java as it compiles to JVM bytecode. |
Libraries and frameworks | Groovy has good integration with Java libraries and frameworks. | Kotlin has good interoperability with Java libraries and frameworks and also provides its own set of libraries. |
Community and support | Groovy has an active community and good support from its developers. | Kotlin has a growing community and is backed by JetBrains, which provides strong support. |
Learning curve | Groovy has a relatively low learning curve for Java developers due to its similarity to Java. | Kotlin has a moderate learning curve for Java developers, but its concise syntax and modern features make it easier to learn. |