Online Grain to R 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 Grain to R in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Grain code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting R code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Grain and R
| Characteristic | Grain | R |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | Grain uses a syntax inspired by OCaml and ReasonML, featuring significant whitespace and functional constructs. | R uses a unique syntax tailored for statistical computing, with vectorized operations and data frame manipulation. |
| Paradigm | Primarily functional, with strong emphasis on immutability and pure functions. | Multi-paradigm, but mainly procedural and functional, with some object-oriented features. |
| Typing | Statically typed with type inference. | Dynamically typed. |
| Performance | Compiles to WebAssembly, offering high performance for web applications. | Interpreted language, generally slower, but optimized for statistical operations. |
| Libraries and frameworks | Limited ecosystem, with growing but still small set of libraries. | Extensive ecosystem, especially for statistics, data analysis, and visualization. |
| Community and support | Small and emerging community, limited resources. | Large, well-established community with abundant resources and support. |
| Learning curve | Moderate to steep, especially for those unfamiliar with functional programming. | Moderate, especially for users with a background in statistics or data analysis. |
