How to use this tool?

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

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

Key differences between Vala and VB.NET

CharacteristicValaVB.NET
SyntaxVala has a syntax similar to C# and is inspired by the GObject system.VB.NET has a syntax similar to Visual Basic and is more verbose compared to Vala.
ParadigmVala is an object-oriented programming language.VB.NET is a multi-paradigm programming language that supports both object-oriented and procedural programming.
TypingVala has static typing with type inference.VB.NET has static typing with explicit type declarations.
PerformanceVala is known for its performance as it compiles to C code.VB.NET is generally slower compared to Vala as it runs on the .NET framework.
Libraries and frameworksVala has access to the GNOME ecosystem and can use libraries written in C.VB.NET has access to the extensive .NET framework and a wide range of libraries.
Community and supportVala has a smaller community and less support compared to VB.NET.VB.NET has a larger community and more support compared to Vala.
Learning curveVala has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with C# or C++.VB.NET has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Visual Basic or other BASIC-like languages.