How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Scala to Perl in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Scala 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 Scala and Perl
Characteristic | Scala | Perl |
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Syntax | Scala has a concise and expressive syntax that is similar to Java, but with some functional programming features. It uses semicolons to separate statements and curly braces to define blocks of code. | Perl has a flexible and powerful syntax that allows for a lot of shorthand and shortcuts. It uses semicolons to separate statements and curly braces to define blocks of code, but also has many built-in operators and functions that can make code more concise. |
Paradigm | Scala is a multi-paradigm language that supports both object-oriented and functional programming styles. It has features like higher-order functions, pattern matching, and immutability that make it well-suited for functional programming. | Perl is a procedural language that also supports some object-oriented programming features. It has a lot of built-in functions and operators that make it well-suited for text processing and system administration tasks. |
Typing | Scala is a statically typed language that uses type inference to reduce the amount of type annotations needed. It also has a type system that supports algebraic data types and pattern matching. | Perl is a dynamically typed language that does not require type annotations. It also has a flexible type system that allows for implicit type conversions and type checking at runtime. |
Performance | Scala is a high-performance language that can be compiled to run on the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). It has features like lazy evaluation and tail recursion optimization that can improve performance. | Perl is an interpreted language that is not known for its performance. However, it has many built-in functions and modules that can be used to optimize performance for specific tasks. |
Libraries and frameworks | Scala has a large and growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including popular ones like Akka, Play, and Spark. It also has seamless integration with Java libraries and frameworks. | Perl has a large collection of modules and libraries available on CPAN (Comprehensive Perl Archive Network). It also has integration with C libraries and can be used for system administration tasks with tools like Perl Scripting. |
Community and support | Scala has a growing community of developers and users, with active forums, mailing lists, and conferences. It also has commercial support available from companies like Lightbend. | Perl has a dedicated community of developers and users, with active forums, mailing lists, and conferences. It also has commercial support available from companies like ActiveState. |
Learning curve | Scala has a steep learning curve, especially for developers who are not familiar with functional programming concepts. However, it has a lot of resources available for learning, including books, tutorials, and online courses. | Perl has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers who are familiar with other scripting languages. It has a lot of resources available for learning, including books, tutorials, and online courses. |