How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Swift to Haxe 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 Haxe code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from Swift to Haxe 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
Haxe
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
Swift
Haxe
Key differences between Swift and Haxe
Characteristic | Swift | Haxe |
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Syntax | Swift has a syntax similar to Objective-C, with a focus on readability and simplicity. | Haxe has a syntax similar to ActionScript and JavaScript, with a focus on flexibility and expressiveness. |
Paradigm | Swift is a multi-paradigm language that supports both object-oriented and functional programming. | Haxe is a multi-paradigm language that supports object-oriented, functional, and declarative programming. |
Typing | Swift is a statically-typed language with type inference, which means that variable types can be inferred by the compiler. | Haxe is a statically-typed language with optional type annotations, which means that variable types can be explicitly declared or inferred. |
Performance | Swift is known for its high performance and low memory footprint, making it suitable for resource-intensive applications. | Haxe is designed to be highly optimized and can achieve good performance, especially when targeting native platforms. |
Libraries and frameworks | Swift has a rich ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including UIKit for iOS development and SwiftUI for cross-platform UI development. | Haxe has a growing collection of libraries and frameworks, including OpenFL for cross-platform development and Kha for game development. |
Community and support | Swift has a large and active community, with official support from Apple and a dedicated website for documentation and resources. | Haxe has a smaller but passionate community, with active forums and community-driven documentation and resources. |
Learning curve | Swift has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with other C-based languages. | Haxe has a moderate learning curve, with its unique syntax and concepts requiring some initial effort to grasp. |