How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Java to Fortran in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Java code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Fortran code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Java and Fortran
Characteristic | Java | Fortran |
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Syntax | Java has a C-style syntax, which is similar to C++ and C#. It uses curly braces to define blocks of code and semicolons to end statements. | Fortran has a unique syntax that is different from most other programming languages. It uses keywords and statements that are specific to Fortran. |
Paradigm | Java is an object-oriented programming language that supports imperative, functional, and concurrent programming paradigms. | Fortran is a procedural programming language that supports imperative programming paradigms. |
Typing | Java is a statically typed language, which means that the data type of a variable is determined at compile time. | Fortran is a statically typed language, which means that the data type of a variable is determined at compile time. |
Performance | Java is known for its good performance due to its Just-In-Time (JIT) compiler, which compiles bytecode into machine code at runtime. | Fortran is known for its excellent performance in scientific and engineering applications due to its efficient memory management and optimized compilers. |
Libraries and frameworks | Java has a vast collection of libraries and frameworks, including Spring, Hibernate, and Apache Struts, which make it easy to develop complex applications. | Fortran has a limited collection of libraries and frameworks compared to Java, but it has libraries for scientific and engineering applications, such as LAPACK and BLAS. |
Community and support | Java has a large and active community of developers and users, and it is supported by Oracle, which provides regular updates and bug fixes. | Fortran has a smaller community compared to Java, but it is still actively used in scientific and engineering applications, and it is supported by vendors such as Intel and IBM. |
Learning curve | Java has a moderate learning curve, and it is relatively easy to learn for programmers who are familiar with C++ or C#. | Fortran has a steep learning curve, and it is more challenging to learn compared to Java due to its unique syntax and limited resources for learning. |