How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from Tcl to COBOL in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -

  1. Type or paste your Tcl code in the input box.
  2. Click the convert button.
  3. The resulting COBOL code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Key differences between Tcl and COBOL

CharacteristicTclCOBOL
SyntaxTcl has a simple and flexible syntax with commands and arguments separated by spaces.COBOL has a verbose and rigid syntax with fixed-format statements.
ParadigmTcl is a procedural scripting language.COBOL is a procedural and object-oriented programming language.
TypingTcl is dynamically typed.COBOL is statically typed.
PerformanceTcl is interpreted and generally has lower performance compared to compiled languages.COBOL is compiled and optimized for high-performance.
Libraries and frameworksTcl has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to COBOL.COBOL has a larger ecosystem of libraries and frameworks.
Community and supportTcl has a smaller community and less support compared to COBOL.COBOL has a larger community and more support.
Learning curveTcl has a relatively low learning curve and is easy to pick up.COBOL has a steeper learning curve and requires more effort to learn.