Online Gleam to JavaScript Converter
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You can also type the input code below.
How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Gleam to JavaScript in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Gleam code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting JavaScript code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Gleam and JavaScript
| Characteristic | Gleam | JavaScript |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | Statically typed, inspired by ML-family languages, concise and strict syntax. | Dynamically typed, C-style syntax, flexible and permissive. |
| Paradigm | Functional, immutable by default, strong emphasis on pure functions. | Multi-paradigm (functional, object-oriented, imperative), mutable by default. |
| Typing | Static, strong, and inferred typing. | Dynamic and weak typing. |
| Performance | Runs on BEAM (Erlang VM), optimized for concurrency and fault tolerance. | Runs on V8 and other engines, optimized for web and general-purpose scripting. |
| Libraries and frameworks | Limited ecosystem, growing but small set of libraries and frameworks. | Extensive ecosystem, thousands of libraries and mature frameworks. |
| Community and support | Small but active and friendly community, limited resources. | Large, global community with abundant resources and support. |
| Learning curve | Steeper for beginners, especially those unfamiliar with functional programming. | Gentle for beginners, widely taught and used as an entry language. |
