How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from Kotlin to Vala 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 Vala code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Key differences between Kotlin and Vala

CharacteristicKotlinVala
SyntaxKotlin has a concise and expressive syntax that is similar to Java but with added features like null safety and extension functions.Vala has a syntax that is inspired by C# and is designed to be easy to read and write.
ParadigmKotlin is a statically-typed programming language that supports both object-oriented and functional programming paradigms.Vala is an object-oriented programming language that is designed to be compiled into efficient machine code.
TypingKotlin has static typing, which means that variable types are checked at compile-time.Vala also has static typing, ensuring type safety at compile-time.
PerformanceKotlin is known for its good performance and can be as fast as Java.Vala is designed to generate efficient machine code, resulting in good performance.
Libraries and frameworksKotlin has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including popular ones like Spring and Android.Vala has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to Kotlin.
Community and supportKotlin has a large and active community with good support from JetBrains, the company behind Kotlin.Vala has a smaller community and may have limited support compared to Kotlin.
Learning curveKotlin has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Java.Vala has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with C# or similar languages.