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Online Carbon to Clojure Converter

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How to use this tool?

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

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

Key differences between Carbon and Clojure

CharacteristicCarbonClojure
SyntaxC-like, modern, and familiar to C++ developers with explicit type annotations and curly braces.Lisp-like, uses lots of parentheses, prefix notation, and minimal syntax.
ParadigmMulti-paradigm, primarily imperative and object-oriented, with support for generic programming.Functional-first, emphasizes immutability and concurrency, with some support for object-oriented programming.
TypingStatically typed with strong type inference and explicit type annotations.Dynamically typed, though optional static typing is available via core.typed.
PerformanceAims for high performance, targeting C++-level efficiency and interoperability.Runs on the JVM, generally slower than native languages but fast for a dynamic language.
Libraries and frameworksLimited, as it is a new language; aims for C++ interoperability to leverage existing libraries.Rich ecosystem, can use Java libraries and has many Clojure-specific libraries and frameworks.
Community and supportVery small and nascent community, limited resources and support.Established community, active development, good documentation, and support channels.
Learning curveModerate for C++ developers, easier transition from C-like languages.Steep for newcomers due to Lisp syntax and functional paradigm.