How to use this tool?

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

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

Key differences between Kotlin and COBOL

CharacteristicKotlinCOBOL
SyntaxKotlin has a modern and concise syntax that is similar to Java but with added features like null safety and extension functions.COBOL has a verbose and English-like syntax that is primarily used for business applications.
ParadigmKotlin is a statically-typed programming language that supports both object-oriented and functional programming paradigms.COBOL is a procedural programming language that is primarily used for business applications.
TypingKotlin has static typing with type inference, which means that variable types can be inferred by the compiler.COBOL has static typing, where variable types need to be explicitly declared.
PerformanceKotlin is known for its performance and can be comparable to Java in terms of execution speed.COBOL is not known for its performance and is generally slower compared to modern programming languages.
Libraries and frameworksKotlin has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including popular ones like Ktor, Spring Boot, and Android Jetpack.COBOL has limited libraries and frameworks available, primarily focused on business applications.
Community and supportKotlin has a strong and active community with good support from JetBrains, the company behind Kotlin.COBOL has a smaller and less active community compared to modern programming languages, but it still has support from some organizations.
Learning curveKotlin has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Java, as it is interoperable with Java.COBOL has a steep learning curve, especially for developers who are not familiar with its verbose syntax and specific use cases.