How to use this tool?

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

  1. Type or paste your Elm code in the input box.
  2. Click the convert button.
  3. The resulting Crystal code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from Elm to Crystal 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.

Elm

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Crystal

Example 2 - Even or Odd

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

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Crystal

Key differences between Elm and Crystal

CharacteristicElmCrystal
SyntaxElm has a syntax similar to Haskell, with a strong focus on immutability and functional programming.Crystal has a syntax similar to Ruby, with a focus on simplicity and readability.
ParadigmElm is a purely functional programming language.Crystal is a statically-typed, object-oriented programming language with some functional programming features.
TypingElm has a strong static type system that prevents runtime errors.Crystal has a static type system with type inference, allowing for both static and dynamic typing.
PerformanceElm is designed for front-end web development and focuses on performance optimizations.Crystal is designed for general-purpose programming and aims to provide a balance between performance and developer productivity.
Libraries and frameworksElm has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks specifically for front-end web development.Crystal has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to more established languages, but it is actively growing.
Community and supportElm has a supportive community and active development, with regular updates and improvements.Crystal has a smaller community compared to more popular languages, but it is growing and has active development.
Learning curveElm has a relatively steep learning curve due to its functional programming concepts and unique syntax.Crystal has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Ruby or similar languages.