How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Kotlin to Elixir in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Kotlin code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Elixir code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from Kotlin to Elixir using this converter. Note that you may not always get the same code since it is generated by an AI language model which is not 100% deterministic and gets updated from time to time.
Example 1 - Is String Palindrome
Program that checks if a string is a palindrome or not.
Kotlin
Elixir
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
Kotlin
Elixir
Key differences between Kotlin and Elixir
Characteristic | Kotlin | Elixir |
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Syntax | Kotlin has a syntax similar to Java, making it easy for Java developers to learn and use. | Elixir has a syntax inspired by Ruby and Erlang, which is more concise and expressive. |
Paradigm | Kotlin is a statically-typed object-oriented language that also supports functional programming. | Elixir is a dynamically-typed functional programming language that runs on the Erlang virtual machine. |
Typing | Kotlin has static typing, which helps catch errors at compile-time. | Elixir has dynamic typing, which provides flexibility but may lead to runtime errors. |
Performance | Kotlin is known for its performance and can be as fast as Java. | Elixir is not as performant as low-level languages like C or Java, but it excels in concurrency and fault-tolerance. |
Libraries and frameworks | Kotlin has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including popular ones like Spring and Android. | Elixir has a smaller ecosystem compared to Kotlin, but it has powerful frameworks like Phoenix for web development. |
Community and support | Kotlin has a large and active community with good support from JetBrains, the company behind Kotlin. | Elixir has a smaller but passionate community with strong support from the Elixir core team. |
Learning curve | Kotlin has a relatively low learning curve, especially for Java developers. | Elixir has a steeper learning curve due to its functional programming concepts and unique syntax. |