How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from SAS to Pascal in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your SAS code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Pascal code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between SAS and Pascal
Characteristic | SAS | Pascal |
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Syntax | SAS uses a data step and a proc step to process data. It has a verbose syntax with a focus on data manipulation and analysis. | Pascal has a more structured syntax with a focus on procedural programming. It uses keywords like begin, end, and semicolons to define blocks of code. |
Paradigm | SAS is primarily used for data manipulation and analysis. It supports procedural programming. | Pascal is a general-purpose programming language that supports procedural programming. |
Typing | SAS is a dynamically typed language. | Pascal is a statically typed language. |
Performance | SAS is optimized for data manipulation and analysis. It provides efficient processing of large datasets. | Pascal is a compiled language that can provide good performance for general-purpose programming tasks. |
Libraries and frameworks | SAS has a wide range of built-in libraries and frameworks for data manipulation, statistical analysis, and reporting. | Pascal has a smaller set of libraries and frameworks compared to SAS, but it can leverage external libraries for various purposes. |
Community and support | SAS has a large and active community with extensive documentation and support resources. | Pascal has a smaller community compared to SAS, but it still has active forums and resources for support. |
Learning curve | SAS has a moderate learning curve, especially for data manipulation and analysis tasks. | Pascal has a relatively low learning curve, especially for beginners in programming. |