Online Fsharp to Raku 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 Fsharp to Raku in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Fsharp code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Raku code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Fsharp and Raku
| Characteristic | Fsharp | Raku |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | Indentation-sensitive, concise, similar to OCaml; uses significant whitespace and type inference. | Flexible, expressive, Perl-inspired; supports multiple syntactic forms and custom operators. |
| Paradigm | Multi-paradigm with emphasis on functional programming; also supports object-oriented and imperative styles. | Multi-paradigm; supports procedural, object-oriented, functional, concurrent, and declarative programming. |
| Typing | Statically typed with strong type inference. | Dynamically typed by default, but supports gradual typing and type constraints. |
| Performance | High performance; compiles to .NET bytecode and benefits from JIT optimization. | Generally slower than mainstream languages; performance is improving but not a primary focus. |
| Libraries and frameworks | Access to .NET ecosystem, including a wide range of libraries and frameworks. | Growing but limited ecosystem; has its own modules (Raku modules) but fewer than mainstream languages. |
| Community and support | Active community, strong Microsoft backing, good documentation and support channels. | Smaller, passionate community; less corporate backing, but active development and helpful forums. |
| Learning curve | Moderate; easier for those familiar with functional programming or .NET, but can be challenging for beginners. | Steep; flexible syntax and many features can be overwhelming for newcomers. |
