How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Kotlin to Erlang 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 Erlang code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Kotlin and Erlang
Characteristic | Kotlin | Erlang |
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Syntax | Kotlin has a syntax similar to Java, making it easy for Java developers to learn and use. | Erlang has a unique syntax that is based on functional programming principles, which may require some learning for developers coming from imperative programming languages. |
Paradigm | Kotlin is a statically-typed programming language that supports both object-oriented and functional programming paradigms. | Erlang is a dynamically-typed programming language that is primarily designed for concurrent and fault-tolerant systems. |
Typing | Kotlin has static typing, which helps catch errors at compile-time and provides better tooling support. | Erlang has dynamic typing, which allows for more flexibility but may lead to runtime errors if not handled properly. |
Performance | Kotlin is known for its performance and can be as fast as Java since it runs on the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). | Erlang is optimized for concurrency and fault-tolerance rather than raw performance, making it suitable for highly scalable and distributed systems. |
Libraries and frameworks | Kotlin has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including popular ones like Spring Boot and Ktor. | Erlang has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to Kotlin, but it has powerful built-in libraries for building distributed and fault-tolerant systems. |
Community and support | Kotlin has a large and active community with good support from JetBrains, the company behind Kotlin. | Erlang has a smaller but dedicated community with strong support from Ericsson, the company that originally developed Erlang. |
Learning curve | Kotlin has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Java or other statically-typed languages. | Erlang has a steeper learning curve, especially for developers coming from imperative or object-oriented programming backgrounds, due to its unique syntax and functional programming principles. |