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Online Grain to COBOL 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 Grain to COBOL in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -

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

Key differences between Grain and COBOL

CharacteristicGrainCOBOL
SyntaxModern, JavaScript-like, concise, and functional syntax.Verbose, English-like, rigid, and procedural syntax.
ParadigmFunctional, statically typed, and compiled to WebAssembly.Procedural, imperative, and primarily used for business logic.
TypingStatic, strong typing with type inference.Static, weak typing with explicit data declarations.
PerformanceHigh performance due to WebAssembly compilation.Efficient for batch processing and mainframe environments.
Libraries and frameworksLimited ecosystem, growing set of libraries for WebAssembly.Mature ecosystem for business and financial applications, but limited modern libraries.
Community and supportSmall, active, and modern open-source community.Large legacy community, strong enterprise and vendor support.
Learning curveModerate, easier for those familiar with functional or JavaScript-like languages.Steep, especially due to outdated syntax and business-oriented concepts.