How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Swift to Vala 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 Vala code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from Swift to Vala 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
Vala
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
Swift
Vala
Key differences between Swift and Vala
Characteristic | Swift | Vala |
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Syntax | Swift has a syntax that is similar to other C-based languages, with a focus on readability and simplicity. | Vala has a syntax that is similar to C#, with a focus on object-oriented programming and memory management. |
Paradigm | Swift supports both object-oriented programming and functional programming paradigms. | Vala primarily supports object-oriented programming paradigm. |
Typing | Swift is a statically-typed language with type inference, which means that variable types are checked at compile-time. | Vala is a statically-typed language with explicit type declarations. |
Performance | Swift is known for its high performance and low memory footprint. | Vala is designed to generate efficient C code, resulting in good performance. |
Libraries and frameworks | Swift has a rich ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including SwiftUI, Combine, and Alamofire. | Vala has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to Swift. |
Community and support | Swift has a large and active community with good support from Apple and the open-source community. | Vala has a smaller community and may have limited support compared to Swift. |
Learning curve | Swift has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with C-based languages. | Vala has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with C#. |