Online COBOL to Golang Converter

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How to use this tool?

This free online AI code converter lets you convert code from COBOL to Golang 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 Golang code will be displayed in the output box.

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from COBOL to Golang 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:

Golang Code:

Example 2 - Even or Odd

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

COBOL Code:

Golang Code:

Differences

The following are some key differences between COBOL and Golang.

Characteristic	COBOL	Golang
Syntax	COBOL uses a verbose and English-like syntax.	Golang uses a concise and C-like syntax.
Paradigm	COBOL is primarily procedural and imperative.	Golang is a statically typed, compiled language that supports concurrent programming.
Typing	COBOL is statically typed.	Golang is statically typed.
Performance	COBOL is known for its efficiency and performance in handling large-scale business applications.	Golang is designed for high-performance applications and provides efficient memory management.
Libraries and frameworks	COBOL has a limited number of libraries and frameworks available compared to modern languages.	Golang has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks that support various use cases.
Community and support	COBOL has a smaller and more specialized community compared to newer languages.	Golang has a large and active community with strong support from Google.
Learning curve	COBOL has a steep learning curve due to its verbose syntax and outdated concepts.	Golang has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with C-like languages.

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