How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Scheme to COBOL in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Scheme code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting COBOL code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Scheme and COBOL
Characteristic | Scheme | COBOL |
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Syntax | Scheme has a simple and minimalist syntax, with a focus on parentheses and prefix notation. | COBOL has a verbose and English-like syntax, with a focus on readability and self-documentation. |
Paradigm | Scheme is a functional programming language that supports procedural and object-oriented programming. | COBOL is primarily a procedural programming language with limited support for object-oriented programming. |
Typing | Scheme is dynamically typed, allowing flexible and late binding of variables. | COBOL is statically typed, requiring explicit declaration of variables and early binding. |
Performance | Scheme is generally considered to have good performance, especially for numerical and symbolic computations. | COBOL is optimized for handling large-scale business data processing, but may not be as efficient for other types of computations. |
Libraries and frameworks | Scheme has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to other languages, but it has a strong focus on extensibility and customizability. | COBOL has a mature ecosystem of libraries and frameworks specifically designed for business applications and mainframe systems. |
Community and support | Scheme has a smaller community compared to mainstream languages, but it has a dedicated and passionate user base. | COBOL has a large and active community, especially in the enterprise and mainframe computing domains. |
Learning curve | Scheme has a steep learning curve due to its unique syntax and functional programming concepts. | COBOL has a relatively low learning curve, especially for programmers with a background in procedural programming. |