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Online Perl to Ruby Converter

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Additional Instructions

How to use this tool?

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

Type or paste your Perl code in the input box.
Click on the "Convert" button.
The converted Ruby code will be displayed in the output box.

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from Perl to Ruby 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.

Perl Code:

Ruby Code:

Example 2 - Even or Odd

A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.

Perl Code:

Ruby Code:

Differences

The following are some key differences between Perl and Ruby.

Characteristic	Perl	Ruby
Syntax	Perl has a complex syntax with many special characters and multiple ways to accomplish the same task.	Ruby has a more straightforward syntax with a focus on readability and expressiveness.
Paradigm	Perl is a multi-paradigm language, supporting procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming styles.	Ruby is a pure object-oriented language with a focus on simplicity and elegance.
Typing	Perl is a dynamically typed language, meaning that variable types are determined at runtime.	Ruby is also a dynamically typed language.
Performance	Perl is known for its excellent text processing capabilities and is often used for system administration tasks.	Ruby is generally slower than Perl but has a more modern and flexible architecture.
Libraries and frameworks	Perl has a large number of libraries and frameworks available, particularly for text processing and system administration tasks.	Ruby has a strong focus on web development and has many popular frameworks such as Ruby on Rails.
Community and support	Perl has a large and active community with many resources available online.	Ruby also has a large and active community with many resources available online.
Learning curve	Perl has a steep learning curve due to its complex syntax and multiple ways to accomplish the same task.	Ruby has a relatively gentle learning curve due to its straightforward syntax and focus on readability.

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