Online Lisp to Raku 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 Raku 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 Raku code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between Lisp and Raku
| Characteristic | Lisp | Raku |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | Uses fully parenthesized prefix notation; minimalistic and uniform syntax. | Rich, expressive, and flexible syntax; supports multiple paradigms and DSLs. |
| Paradigm | Primarily functional, also supports procedural and meta-programming. | Multi-paradigm: functional, object-oriented, concurrent, and more. |
| Typing | Dynamically typed (some dialects offer optional static typing). | Gradually typed; supports both dynamic and static typing. |
| Performance | Generally fast, especially in compiled implementations; performance varies by dialect. | Slower than many mainstream languages; performance is improving but still maturing. |
| Libraries and frameworks | Fewer modern libraries; some dialects have active package ecosystems (e.g., Quicklisp for Common Lisp). | Growing but smaller ecosystem; has a module repository (Raku Modules). |
| Community and support | Long-standing but niche community; good documentation for major dialects. | Small but enthusiastic and active community; evolving documentation. |
| Learning curve | Steep for beginners due to unique syntax and concepts like macros. | Steep due to rich feature set and flexible syntax, but designed for expressiveness. |
