How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from Java to Scala in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -

  1. Type or paste your Java code in the input box.
  2. Click the convert button.
  3. The resulting Scala code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Key differences between Java and Scala

CharacteristicJavaScala
SyntaxJava has a verbose syntax with a lot of boilerplate code, while Scala has a concise syntax with support for functional programming constructs.Scala has a concise syntax with support for functional programming constructs.
ParadigmJava is primarily an object-oriented language with support for imperative and procedural programming, while Scala is a multi-paradigm language with support for object-oriented, functional, and concurrent programming.Scala is a multi-paradigm language with support for object-oriented, functional, and concurrent programming.
TypingJava is a statically typed language with explicit type declarations, while Scala is a statically typed language with type inference.Scala is a statically typed language with type inference.
PerformanceJava has good performance due to its efficient bytecode execution and just-in-time (JIT) compilation, while Scala's performance is comparable to Java's.Scala's performance is comparable to Java's.
Libraries and frameworksJava has a vast ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including Spring, Hibernate, and Apache Struts, while Scala has a smaller ecosystem but includes popular frameworks like Akka and Play.Scala has a smaller ecosystem but includes popular frameworks like Akka and Play.
Community and supportJava has a large and active community with extensive documentation and support resources, while Scala has a smaller but growing community with good support resources.Scala has a smaller but growing community with good support resources.
Learning curveJava has a moderate learning curve due to its verbose syntax and complex APIs, while Scala has a steeper learning curve due to its functional programming constructs and complex type system.Scala has a steeper learning curve due to its functional programming constructs and complex type system.