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Online JavaScript to Grain Converter

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How to use this tool?

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

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

Key differences between JavaScript and Grain

CharacteristicJavaScriptGrain
SyntaxC-like, flexible, dynamic, and widely known syntax.OCaml-inspired, functional, statically-typed syntax.
ParadigmMulti-paradigm: supports functional, imperative, and object-oriented programming.Primarily functional, with strong emphasis on immutability and pure functions.
TypingDynamically typed, with optional static typing via TypeScript.Statically typed with type inference, similar to ML-family languages.
PerformanceHighly optimized engines (e.g., V8), fast for most web use cases.Compiles to WebAssembly, offering near-native performance for compute-heavy tasks.
Libraries and frameworksExtensive ecosystem with thousands of libraries and frameworks (React, Angular, etc.).Limited ecosystem; fewer libraries and frameworks available.
Community and supportLarge, active global community with abundant resources and support.Small, emerging community with limited resources and support.
Learning curveGentle learning curve, especially for beginners; widely taught.Steeper learning curve due to functional paradigm and less documentation.