How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Julia to SAS in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Julia code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting SAS code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Julia and SAS
Characteristic | Julia | SAS |
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Syntax | Julia has a more modern and concise syntax compared to SAS. | SAS has a more verbose and traditional syntax compared to Julia. |
Paradigm | Julia is a multi-paradigm language that supports functional, imperative, and object-oriented programming. | SAS is primarily a procedural language with some support for object-oriented programming. |
Typing | Julia is dynamically typed, meaning that variable types are determined at runtime. | SAS is statically typed, meaning that variable types are determined at compile time. |
Performance | Julia is known for its high performance due to its just-in-time (JIT) compilation and type inference. | SAS is not known for its performance and is often criticized for being slow. |
Libraries and frameworks | Julia has a growing number of libraries and frameworks, but the ecosystem is not as mature as SAS. | SAS has a large and mature ecosystem of libraries and frameworks. |
Community and support | Julia has a smaller community compared to SAS, but it is growing rapidly and has strong support from its developers. | SAS has a large and established community with extensive support resources. |
Learning curve | Julia has a steeper learning curve compared to SAS due to its more modern syntax and advanced features. | SAS has a relatively low learning curve and is often considered easier to learn compared to other statistical software. |