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Online Janet to Erlang Converter

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How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from Janet to Erlang 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 Erlang code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Key differences between Janet and Erlang

CharacteristicJanetErlang
SyntaxC-like, minimal, uses s-expressions similar to Lisp but with its own unique style.Prolog-inspired, functional, uses pattern matching and has a distinct, non-C-like syntax.
ParadigmMulti-paradigm (functional, imperative, metaprogramming with macros).Functional, concurrent, actor model for distributed systems.
TypingDynamically typed.Dynamically typed.
PerformanceVery fast for a scripting language, suitable for embedding and scripting tasks.Optimized for massive concurrency and fault-tolerance, not as fast for raw computation but excels in distributed systems.
Libraries and frameworksSmaller ecosystem, fewer libraries, but easy to extend with C.Rich ecosystem for distributed and concurrent systems, includes OTP framework.
Community and supportSmall but active community, limited resources.Established community, strong industry support, extensive documentation.
Learning curveGentle for those familiar with Lisp or scripting languages, approachable syntax.Steep due to unique syntax and concurrency concepts.