How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Ruby to Perl in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Ruby code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Perl code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Ruby and Perl
Characteristic | Ruby | Perl |
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Syntax | Ruby has a more elegant and concise syntax compared to Perl. | Perl has a more complex and verbose syntax compared to Ruby. |
Paradigm | Ruby is a pure object-oriented language that supports functional programming paradigms. | Perl is a multi-paradigm language that supports procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming paradigms. |
Typing | Ruby is dynamically typed, meaning that variable types are determined at runtime. | Perl is dynamically typed, meaning that variable types are determined at runtime. |
Performance | Ruby is slower than Perl in terms of performance due to its heavy use of abstractions. | Perl is faster than Ruby in terms of performance due to its focus on practicality and efficiency. |
Libraries and frameworks | Ruby has a strong focus on web development and has popular frameworks such as Ruby on Rails. | Perl has a wide range of libraries and frameworks, but they are not as popular as those in Ruby. |
Community and support | Ruby has a large and active community with many resources and support available. | Perl has a smaller community compared to Ruby, but still has resources and support available. |
Learning curve | Ruby has a relatively easy learning curve due to its elegant syntax and focus on readability. | Perl has a steeper learning curve due to its complex syntax and focus on practicality. |