How to use this tool?

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

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

Key differences between SAS and Matlab

CharacteristicSASMatlab
SyntaxSAS uses a data step and a proc step to process data. The data step is used to read, manipulate, and output data, while the proc step is used to perform statistical analyses and generate reports.Matlab uses a scripting language that is similar to other programming languages, with a focus on numerical computations and data analysis.
ParadigmSAS is primarily a procedural programming language, with some support for object-oriented programming.Matlab is a high-level programming language that supports both procedural and object-oriented programming paradigms.
TypingSAS is a statically typed language, meaning that variable types are determined at compile time.Matlab is a dynamically typed language, meaning that variable types are determined at runtime.
PerformanceSAS is optimized for handling large datasets and can handle complex statistical analyses efficiently.Matlab is optimized for numerical computations and can handle large matrices and arrays efficiently.
Libraries and frameworksSAS has a large number of built-in statistical procedures and libraries for data manipulation and analysis.Matlab has a large number of built-in functions and toolboxes for numerical computations, data analysis, and visualization.
Community and supportSAS has a large and active community of users and developers, with extensive documentation and support resources.Matlab has a large and active community of users and developers, with extensive documentation and support resources.
Learning curveSAS has a steep learning curve, with a complex syntax and a focus on statistical analysis and data manipulation.Matlab has a moderate learning curve, with a relatively simple syntax and a focus on numerical computations and data analysis.