How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Vala to Kotlin in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Vala code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Kotlin code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Vala and Kotlin
Characteristic | Vala | Kotlin |
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Syntax | Vala has a syntax similar to C# and is inspired by GObject. | Kotlin has a syntax similar to Java and is designed to be more concise and expressive. |
Paradigm | Vala is primarily an object-oriented programming language. | Kotlin is a statically-typed programming language that supports both object-oriented and functional programming paradigms. |
Typing | Vala has static typing with type inference. | Kotlin has static typing with type inference. |
Performance | Vala is known for its high performance as it compiles to C code. | Kotlin has good performance, but it is not as optimized as Vala since it runs on the JVM. |
Libraries and frameworks | Vala has access to the GNOME ecosystem and can use libraries written in C. | Kotlin has access to the vast Java ecosystem and can use libraries written in Java. |
Community and support | Vala has a smaller community and less support compared to Kotlin. | Kotlin has a large and active community with good support from JetBrains and Google. |
Learning curve | Vala has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with C# or GObject. | Kotlin has a relatively easy learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Java. |