How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Ruby to Rust 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 Rust code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Ruby and Rust
Characteristic | Ruby | Rust |
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Syntax | Ruby has a more flexible and forgiving syntax, with a focus on readability and ease of use. | Rust has a more strict and complex syntax, with a focus on safety and performance. |
Paradigm | Ruby is a dynamically-typed, object-oriented language with support for functional programming. | Rust is a statically-typed, systems programming language with support for functional and imperative programming. |
Typing | Ruby is dynamically-typed, meaning that variable types are determined at runtime. | Rust is statically-typed, meaning that variable types are determined at compile-time. |
Performance | Ruby is generally slower than Rust due to its dynamic typing and garbage collection. | Rust is designed for high performance and memory safety, making it faster than Ruby in most cases. |
Libraries and frameworks | Ruby has a large and mature ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including Ruby on Rails for web development. | Rust has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, with a focus on systems programming and web development. |
Community and support | Ruby has a large and active community with many resources and support options available. | Rust has a smaller but growing community with active development and support from Mozilla. |
Learning curve | Ruby has a relatively low learning curve, with a focus on readability and ease of use. | Rust has a steeper learning curve due to its strict syntax and focus on performance and memory safety. |