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

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

Key differences between Janet and ActionScript

CharacteristicJanetActionScript
SyntaxLisp-like, uses s-expressions and parentheses, concise and minimalistic.C-like, similar to JavaScript and ECMAScript, uses curly braces and semicolons.
ParadigmMulti-paradigm: functional, imperative, and metaprogramming with macros.Object-oriented and imperative, with some functional features.
TypingDynamically typed.Dynamically typed (ActionScript 2.0), optionally statically typed (ActionScript 3.0).
PerformanceHigh performance for a scripting language, suitable for embedding and scripting.Good performance in Flash runtime, but limited by the Flash Player environment.
Libraries and frameworksSmaller ecosystem, core libraries and some community packages.Rich ecosystem for Flash development, many libraries for graphics, animation, and UI.
Community and supportSmall but active and growing open-source community.Large historical community, but declining due to Flash deprecation.
Learning curveSteeper for those unfamiliar with Lisp syntax; easier for those with Lisp experience.Gentle for those familiar with JavaScript or C-like languages.