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Online Lua to Zig Converter

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How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from Lua to Zig 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 Zig code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Key differences between Lua and Zig

CharacteristicLuaZig
SyntaxSimple, lightweight, and easy-to-read syntax inspired by Pascal and Scheme.C-like syntax with modern improvements, explicit and strict, designed for clarity and safety.
ParadigmPrimarily procedural, with support for functional and limited object-oriented programming.Imperative and procedural, with strong emphasis on manual memory management and low-level control.
TypingDynamically typed.Statically typed.
PerformanceInterpreted, generally slower than compiled languages but fast among scripting languages.Compiled, offers performance comparable to C and C++.
Libraries and frameworksRich ecosystem for embedding, game development, and scripting; fewer general-purpose libraries.Growing ecosystem, fewer libraries than established languages, but can use C libraries directly.
Community and supportMature, active community with strong support in game development and embedded systems.Young but rapidly growing community, active development and increasing resources.
Learning curveGentle learning curve, beginner-friendly.Moderate to steep learning curve, especially for those new to systems programming.