Online Perl to PHP Converter

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How to use this tool?

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

Type or paste your Perl code in the input box.
Click on the "Convert" button.
The converted PHP code will be displayed in the output box.

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from Perl to PHP using this converter. Note that you may not always get the same code since it is generated by an AI language model which is not 100% deterministic and gets updated from time to time.

Example 1 - Is String Palindrome

Program that checks if a string is a palindrome or not.

Perl Code:

PHP Code:

Example 2 - Even or Odd

A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.

Perl Code:

PHP Code:

Differences

The following are some key differences between Perl and PHP.

Characteristic	Perl	PHP
Syntax	Perl has a complex syntax with a lot of special characters and regular expressions.	PHP has a simpler syntax with a focus on HTML-like tags and curly braces.
Paradigm	Perl is a multi-paradigm language that supports procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming.	PHP is primarily a procedural language with some support for object-oriented programming.
Typing	Perl is dynamically typed, meaning that variable types are determined at runtime.	PHP is also dynamically typed.
Performance	Perl is generally faster than PHP for certain tasks, such as text processing and system administration.	PHP is generally faster than Perl for web development tasks.
Libraries and frameworks	Perl has a large number of libraries and frameworks available, but they are not as widely used as those in PHP.	PHP has a vast array of libraries and frameworks available, including popular ones like Laravel and Symfony.
Community and support	Perl has a smaller community than PHP, but it is still active and supportive.	PHP has a large and active community with many resources and support options available.
Learning curve	Perl has a steep learning curve due to its complex syntax and multiple paradigms.	PHP has a relatively low learning curve, especially for those with experience in HTML and web development.

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