How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Groovy to VB.NET 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 VB.NET code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Groovy and VB.NET
Characteristic | Groovy | VB.NET |
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Syntax | Groovy has a syntax similar to Java with additional features like closures and dynamic typing. | VB.NET has a syntax similar to Visual Basic with support for object-oriented programming and .NET framework features. |
Paradigm | Groovy supports both object-oriented programming and functional programming paradigms. | VB.NET primarily supports object-oriented programming paradigm. |
Typing | Groovy is dynamically typed, allowing flexibility in variable types. | VB.NET is statically typed, requiring explicit declaration of variable types. |
Performance | Groovy is generally slower than VB.NET due to its dynamic nature. | VB.NET is generally faster than Groovy due to its static typing and compiled nature. |
Libraries and frameworks | Groovy has good integration with Java libraries and frameworks. | VB.NET has good integration with .NET libraries and frameworks. |
Community and support | Groovy has an active community and good support from the Groovy development team. | VB.NET has a large community and good support from Microsoft. |
Learning curve | Groovy has a relatively low learning curve for Java developers due to its similar syntax. | VB.NET has a moderate learning curve for developers new to the .NET ecosystem. |