How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Kotlin to Racket 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 Racket code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Kotlin and Racket
Characteristic | Kotlin | Racket |
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Syntax | Kotlin has a syntax similar to Java, making it easy for Java developers to transition to Kotlin. | Racket has a unique syntax that is based on Lisp, which may require some learning for developers unfamiliar with Lisp-like languages. |
Paradigm | Kotlin is a statically-typed programming language that supports both object-oriented and functional programming paradigms. | Racket is a dynamically-typed programming language that is primarily used for functional programming. |
Typing | Kotlin is statically-typed, which means that type checking is done at compile-time. | Racket is dynamically-typed, which means that type checking is done at runtime. |
Performance | Kotlin is designed to have similar performance to Java, as it can be compiled to Java bytecode. | Racket is an interpreted language, which may result in slower performance compared to compiled languages like Kotlin. |
Libraries and frameworks | Kotlin has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including popular ones like Spring and Android. | Racket has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to Kotlin, but it has a strong focus on language-oriented programming. |
Community and support | Kotlin has a large and active community, with good support from JetBrains, the company behind Kotlin. | Racket has a smaller community compared to Kotlin, but it has dedicated support from the Racket development team. |
Learning curve | Kotlin has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Java. | Racket may have a steeper learning curve, especially for developers who are new to Lisp-like languages. |