How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from CoffeeScript to Elm in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your CoffeeScript code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Elm code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from CoffeeScript to Elm 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.
CoffeeScript
Elm
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
CoffeeScript
Elm
Key differences between CoffeeScript and Elm
Characteristic | CoffeeScript | Elm |
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Syntax | CoffeeScript has a syntax that is similar to JavaScript but with some additional features and syntactic sugar. | Elm has a syntax that is similar to Haskell and is designed to be simple and easy to read. |
Paradigm | CoffeeScript is a multi-paradigm language that supports both functional and object-oriented programming. | Elm is a functional programming language that is strongly influenced by Haskell. |
Typing | CoffeeScript is dynamically typed, which means that variable types are determined at runtime. | Elm is statically typed, which means that variable types are checked at compile-time. |
Performance | CoffeeScript is generally slower than JavaScript since it needs to be compiled into JavaScript before running. | Elm is designed to be highly optimized and can have better performance than JavaScript in certain scenarios. |
Libraries and frameworks | CoffeeScript has a wide range of libraries and frameworks available, as it can directly use JavaScript libraries. | Elm has its own set of libraries and frameworks that are specifically designed for the language. |
Community and support | CoffeeScript has a large and active community with good support and resources available. | Elm has a smaller but growing community with dedicated support from the core team. |
Learning curve | CoffeeScript has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with JavaScript. | Elm has a steeper learning curve, especially for developers who are new to functional programming. |