How to use this tool?

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

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

Key differences between PHP and Crystal

CharacteristicPHPCrystal
SyntaxPHP uses a C-like syntax with dollar signs to denote variables and semicolons to end statements.Crystal uses a Ruby-like syntax with a focus on readability and simplicity.
ParadigmPHP is primarily a procedural language, but also supports object-oriented programming.Crystal is a statically-typed, object-oriented language with a focus on simplicity and performance.
TypingPHP is dynamically typed, meaning variable types are determined at runtime.Crystal is statically typed, meaning variable types are checked at compile-time.
PerformancePHP is generally considered to have lower performance compared to compiled languages.Crystal is a compiled language that aims to have similar performance to C.
Libraries and frameworksPHP has a large number of libraries and frameworks available, such as Laravel and Symfony.Crystal has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to PHP.
Community and supportPHP has a large and active community with extensive online resources and support.Crystal has a smaller community compared to PHP, but still has active contributors and support.
Learning curvePHP has a relatively low learning curve, especially for beginners with prior programming experience.Crystal has a steeper learning curve compared to PHP, especially for beginners.