How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from Java to Ruby in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -

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

Key differences between Java and Ruby

CharacteristicJavaRuby
SyntaxJava has a verbose syntax with a lot of boilerplate code, while Ruby has a more concise and expressive syntax.Ruby has a more concise and expressive syntax compared to Java's verbose syntax with a lot of boilerplate code.
ParadigmJava is primarily an object-oriented language with support for functional programming, while Ruby is a dynamic, object-oriented language with support for both functional and procedural programming.Ruby is a dynamic, object-oriented language with support for both functional and procedural programming, while Java is primarily an object-oriented language with support for functional programming.
TypingJava is a statically typed language, which means that the type of a variable is checked at compile-time, while Ruby is a dynamically typed language, which means that the type of a variable is checked at runtime.Ruby is a dynamically typed language, which means that the type of a variable is checked at runtime, while Java is a statically typed language, which means that the type of a variable is checked at compile-time.
PerformanceJava is generally faster than Ruby due to its static typing and the fact that it is compiled to bytecode, which can be optimized by the JVM at runtime.Ruby is generally slower than Java due to its dynamic typing and the fact that it is interpreted rather than compiled.
Libraries and frameworksJava has a vast collection of libraries and frameworks for various purposes, including enterprise development, web development, and mobile development.Ruby has a smaller collection of libraries and frameworks compared to Java, but it has a strong focus on web development, with popular frameworks like Ruby on Rails.
Community and supportJava has a large and active community with a lot of resources and support available, including official documentation, forums, and user groups.Ruby has a smaller community compared to Java, but it is still active and has a lot of resources and support available, including official documentation, forums, and user groups.
Learning curveJava has a steeper learning curve compared to Ruby due to its verbose syntax and the need to understand concepts like static typing and the JVM.Ruby has a gentler learning curve compared to Java due to its concise syntax and dynamic typing, making it easier to get started with.