How to use this tool?

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

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

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from Clojure to Ruby using this converter. Note that you may not always get the same code since it is generated by an AI language model which is not 100% deterministic and gets updated from time to time.

Example 1 - Is String Palindrome

Program that checks if a string is a palindrome or not.

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Example 2 - Even or Odd

A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.

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Key differences between Clojure and Ruby

CharacteristicClojureRuby
SyntaxClojure's syntax is based on Lisp, which uses a prefix notation and has a lot of parentheses. This can be difficult for some developers to get used to.Ruby's syntax is more similar to natural language and is generally considered easier to read and write than Lisp-based languages like Clojure.
ParadigmClojure is a functional programming language that emphasizes immutability and pure functions.Ruby is a multi-paradigm language that supports both object-oriented and functional programming styles.
TypingClojure is dynamically typed, meaning that variable types are determined at runtime.Ruby is also dynamically typed.
PerformanceClojure is generally considered to be a high-performance language due to its emphasis on immutability and functional programming.Ruby is not known for its performance and can be slower than other languages.
Libraries and frameworksClojure has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including popular web frameworks like Compojure and Luminus.Ruby has a large and mature ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, including popular web frameworks like Ruby on Rails and Sinatra.
Community and supportClojure has a smaller but dedicated community of developers and good documentation.Ruby has a large and active community of developers and excellent documentation.
Learning curveClojure's syntax and functional programming paradigm can make it challenging for developers who are used to imperative programming languages.Ruby's syntax and object-oriented programming paradigm are generally considered to be easy to learn for developers who are new to programming.