How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from CoffeeScript to Groovy 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 Groovy code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from CoffeeScript to Groovy 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
Groovy
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
CoffeeScript
Groovy
Key differences between CoffeeScript and Groovy
Characteristic | CoffeeScript | Groovy |
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Syntax | CoffeeScript has a more concise and expressive syntax compared to Groovy. | Groovy has a syntax similar to Java with additional features and enhancements. |
Paradigm | CoffeeScript is a functional programming language that compiles to JavaScript. | Groovy is an object-oriented programming language that runs on the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). |
Typing | CoffeeScript is dynamically typed. | Groovy is dynamically typed with optional static typing. |
Performance | CoffeeScript's performance is dependent on the generated JavaScript code. | Groovy's performance is comparable to Java as it runs on the JVM. |
Libraries and frameworks | CoffeeScript has access to a wide range of JavaScript libraries and frameworks. | Groovy has access to Java libraries and frameworks, including those from the Java ecosystem. |
Community and support | CoffeeScript has a smaller community compared to Groovy. | Groovy has a larger community and better support due to its integration with the Java ecosystem. |
Learning curve | CoffeeScript has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with JavaScript. | Groovy has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Java. |