Online Lisp to Janet Converter
Click to select or drop your input code file here.
You can also type the input code below.
How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from Lisp to Janet in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Lisp code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Janet code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Lisp and Janet
| Characteristic | Lisp | Janet |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | Uses fully parenthesized prefix notation with symbolic expressions (s-expressions); minimal syntax. | Uses s-expression syntax similar to Lisp, but with some unique features and more modern conveniences. |
| Paradigm | Multi-paradigm: functional, procedural, and object-oriented (in some dialects). | Multi-paradigm: functional, imperative, and scripting. |
| Typing | Dynamically typed. | Dynamically typed. |
| Performance | Performance varies by implementation; some are highly optimized (e.g., SBCL for Common Lisp). | Generally fast for a scripting language; designed for embedding and small footprint. |
| Libraries and frameworks | Rich ecosystem in some dialects (especially Common Lisp and Clojure), but can be fragmented. | Smaller standard library and fewer third-party libraries compared to Lisp. |
| Community and support | Long-standing, established community with extensive resources, though smaller than mainstream languages. | Smaller, newer community; active development but fewer resources and contributors. |
| Learning curve | Steep for beginners due to unique syntax and concepts, but well-documented. | Moderate; simpler than some Lisps, but still requires learning s-expressions and Janet-specific features. |
