Online Bash to Raku Converter
Click to select or drop your input code file here.
You can also type the input code below.
How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Bash to Raku in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Bash code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Raku code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Bash and Raku
| Characteristic | Bash | Raku |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | Simple, shell-oriented, command-based syntax; often terse and less structured. | Rich, expressive, and flexible syntax; supports multiple programming styles and advanced constructs. |
| Paradigm | Primarily procedural and imperative; focused on scripting and automation. | Multi-paradigm: supports procedural, object-oriented, functional, and concurrent programming. |
| Typing | Dynamically typed; variables are untyped and treated as strings by default. | Gradually typed; supports both dynamic and static typing with strong type system. |
| Performance | Generally slower for complex tasks; optimized for launching external programs. | Slower than some compiled languages, but faster than Bash for computation-heavy tasks. |
| Libraries and frameworks | Limited; relies on external Unix utilities and scripts. | Growing ecosystem; has its own module repository (Raku Modules) and built-in features. |
| Community and support | Large, mature, and well-established community with extensive documentation. | Smaller but active community; support and resources are growing but less extensive. |
| Learning curve | Gentle for basic scripting, but can become steep for advanced features. | Steeper due to rich syntax and advanced features, but designed for expressiveness and clarity. |
