How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from R to Kotlin in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your R code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Kotlin code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from R to Kotlin 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.
R
Kotlin
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
R
Kotlin
Key differences between R and Kotlin
Characteristic | R | Kotlin |
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Syntax | R has a syntax that is similar to the English language, making it easy to learn and read. | Kotlin has a concise and expressive syntax that is similar to Java, making it easy for Java developers to learn. |
Paradigm | R is primarily a functional programming language, but it also supports object-oriented programming. | Kotlin is a statically-typed, object-oriented programming language that also supports functional programming. |
Typing | R is dynamically typed, meaning that variable types are determined at runtime. | Kotlin is statically typed, meaning that variable types are determined at compile time. |
Performance | R is not known for its performance, especially when dealing with large datasets. | Kotlin is known for its performance, especially when compared to other JVM languages like Java. |
Libraries and frameworks | R has a large number of libraries and frameworks for data analysis and visualization, such as ggplot2 and dplyr. | Kotlin has a growing number of libraries and frameworks, including popular ones like Spring and Ktor. |
Community and support | R has a large and active community, with many resources available for learning and troubleshooting. | Kotlin has a growing community, with support from Google and JetBrains. |
Learning curve | R has a steep learning curve, especially for those without a background in programming or statistics. | Kotlin has a moderate learning curve, especially for those with a background in Java or other JVM languages. |