Online COBOL to F# Converter

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How to use this tool?

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

Type or paste your COBOL code in the input box.
Click on the "Convert" button.
The converted F# code will be displayed in the output box.

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from COBOL to F# 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.

COBOL Code:

F# Code:

Example 2 - Even or Odd

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

COBOL Code:

F# Code:

Differences

The following are some key differences between COBOL and F#.

Characteristic	COBOL	F#
Syntax	COBOL uses a verbose and English-like syntax with a fixed format.	F# uses a concise and expressive syntax inspired by ML languages.
Paradigm	COBOL is primarily procedural and imperative.	F# is a multi-paradigm language that supports functional, imperative, and object-oriented programming.
Typing	COBOL is statically typed with weak typing.	F# is statically typed with strong typing.
Performance	COBOL is known for its efficiency and performance in handling large-scale business applications.	F# is a high-performance language that can leverage the power of the .NET runtime.
Libraries and frameworks	COBOL has a limited set of libraries and frameworks compared to modern languages.	F# has access to a wide range of libraries and frameworks in the .NET ecosystem.
Community and support	COBOL has a smaller and more specialized community with limited support.	F# has an active and growing community with good support from Microsoft and the F# Software Foundation.
Learning curve	COBOL has a steep learning curve due to its verbose syntax and outdated concepts.	F# has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with functional programming.

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