How to use this tool?

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

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

Key differences between Lua and C

CharacteristicLuaC
SyntaxLua has a simple and flexible syntax that is easy to learn and use.C has a more complex syntax than Lua, but it is still relatively easy to learn and use.
ParadigmLua is a multi-paradigm language that supports procedural, functional, and object-oriented programming.C is a procedural language that does not support object-oriented programming natively.
TypingLua is dynamically typed, which means that variable types are determined at runtime.C is statically typed, which means that variable types are determined at compile time.
PerformanceLua is generally faster than interpreted languages like Python and Ruby, but slower than compiled languages like C.C is a compiled language that is generally faster than interpreted languages like Python and Ruby.
Libraries and frameworksLua has a smaller standard library than C, but it has a large number of third-party libraries and frameworks available.C has a large standard library and a smaller number of third-party libraries and frameworks available.
Community and supportLua has a smaller community than C, but it is still active and has good support.C has a large and active community with extensive support.
Learning curveLua has a relatively low learning curve, especially for programmers who are already familiar with other scripting languages.C has a steeper learning curve than Lua, especially for programmers who are not familiar with low-level programming concepts.