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Online Lua to Wren Converter

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How to use this tool?

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

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

Key differences between Lua and Wren

CharacteristicLuaWren
SyntaxSimple, lightweight, and minimalistic syntax inspired by Pascal; uses 'end' to close blocks.C-style syntax with braces for blocks; more modern and familiar to users of JavaScript or C-like languages.
ParadigmPrimarily procedural with support for functional and basic object-oriented programming via metatables.Primarily object-oriented with classes and single inheritance; supports some functional features.
TypingDynamically typed; all variables are typeless and types are checked at runtime.Dynamically typed; variables can hold any type, but the language enforces class-based object orientation.
PerformanceVery fast and lightweight, designed for embedding; often used in performance-critical applications.Fast and lightweight, but generally not as optimized as Lua; still suitable for embedding.
Libraries and frameworksRich ecosystem, especially for game development (e.g., Love2D, Corona SDK); many third-party libraries.Smaller ecosystem with fewer libraries and frameworks; still growing and less mature.
Community and supportLarge, active community with extensive documentation and support resources.Smaller, niche community; documentation is good but fewer resources and less community support.
Learning curveVery easy to learn due to simple syntax and minimal core concepts.Easy to learn for those familiar with C-style syntax and object-oriented programming, but slightly steeper than Lua.