How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Swift to Crystal in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Swift code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Crystal code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from Swift to Crystal using this converter. Note that you may not always get the same code since it is generated by an AI language model which is not 100% deterministic and gets updated from time to time.
Example 1 - Is String Palindrome
Program that checks if a string is a palindrome or not.
Swift
Crystal
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
Swift
Crystal
Key differences between Swift and Crystal
Characteristic | Swift | Crystal |
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Syntax | Swift has a syntax similar to Objective-C, with a focus on readability and simplicity. | Crystal has a syntax inspired by Ruby, with a focus on simplicity and expressiveness. |
Paradigm | Swift supports both object-oriented programming and functional programming paradigms. | Crystal is primarily an object-oriented programming language, but also supports some functional programming concepts. |
Typing | Swift is a statically-typed language with type inference, which means that variable types are checked at compile-time. | Crystal is a statically-typed language with type inference, which means that variable types are checked at compile-time. |
Performance | Swift is known for its high performance, as it is compiled to machine code. | Crystal is designed for high performance, with a focus on efficient memory management and low-level optimizations. |
Libraries and frameworks | Swift has a rich ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including popular ones like UIKit, SwiftUI, and Alamofire. | Crystal has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to Swift, but it is growing steadily. |
Community and support | Swift has a large and active community, with official support from Apple and a dedicated website for documentation and resources. | Crystal has a smaller community compared to Swift, but it is passionate and supportive, with active forums and community-driven documentation. |
Learning curve | Swift has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with C-like syntax and object-oriented programming. | Crystal has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Ruby or similar dynamic languages. |