How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Haskell to Fsharp in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Haskell code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Fsharp code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Haskell and Fsharp
Characteristic | Haskell | Fsharp |
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Syntax | Haskell has a more complex and mathematical syntax, with a strong focus on functional programming concepts. | F# has a simpler and more familiar syntax, influenced by C# and other mainstream languages. |
Paradigm | Haskell is a purely functional programming language, emphasizing immutability and referential transparency. | F# is a multi-paradigm language, supporting functional, imperative, and object-oriented programming. |
Typing | Haskell has a strong static type system with type inference, ensuring type safety and preventing many runtime errors. | F# has a strong static type system with type inference, similar to Haskell, ensuring type safety and preventing many runtime errors. |
Performance | Haskell has a reputation for high performance due to its lazy evaluation and advanced compiler optimizations. | F# has good performance, comparable to other statically-typed languages like C# and Java. |
Libraries and frameworks | Haskell has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to more mainstream languages, but it has a strong focus on correctness and purity. | F# has access to the extensive .NET ecosystem, including libraries and frameworks for various domains. |
Community and support | Haskell has a passionate and active community, with dedicated forums, mailing lists, and conferences. | F# has a growing community, with active support from Microsoft and various online resources. |
Learning curve | Haskell has a steep learning curve, especially for programmers without prior experience in functional programming. | F# has a moderate learning curve, especially for programmers familiar with C# or other .NET languages. |