Online Crystal to Carbon Converter
Click to select or drop your input code file here.
You can also type the input code below.
How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Crystal to Carbon in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Crystal code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Carbon code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Crystal and Carbon
| Characteristic | Crystal | Carbon |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | Ruby-like, clean and expressive syntax | C++-inspired, modern and explicit syntax |
| Paradigm | Object-oriented, supports functional programming | Multi-paradigm, primarily object-oriented and procedural |
| Typing | Static, inferred typing | Static, explicit typing |
| Performance | High, close to C due to LLVM compilation | Aims for high performance, targeting or exceeding C++ |
| Libraries and frameworks | Growing ecosystem, fewer libraries than mature languages | Very limited, as the language is still experimental |
| Community and support | Active but small community, good documentation | Very early-stage, small community, limited support |
| Learning curve | Gentle for Ruby developers, moderate for others | Steep, especially for those unfamiliar with C++ concepts |
