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 -
- Type or paste your Java code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Scala code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Java and Scala
Characteristic | Java | Scala |
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Syntax | Java 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. |
Paradigm | Java 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. |
Typing | Java 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. |
Performance | Java 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 frameworks | Java 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 support | Java 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 curve | Java 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. |