How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from PHP to CoffeeScript in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your PHP code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting CoffeeScript code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from PHP to CoffeeScript 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.
PHP
CoffeeScript
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
PHP
CoffeeScript
Key differences between PHP and CoffeeScript
Characteristic | PHP | CoffeeScript |
---|---|---|
Syntax | PHP uses a C-style syntax with curly braces and semicolons. | CoffeeScript uses a more concise and expressive syntax inspired by Ruby and Python. |
Paradigm | PHP is primarily a procedural language, but also supports object-oriented programming. | CoffeeScript is a functional programming language that compiles to JavaScript. |
Typing | PHP is dynamically typed, meaning variable types are determined at runtime. | CoffeeScript is also dynamically typed, similar to JavaScript. |
Performance | PHP can be slower compared to other languages due to its interpreted nature. | CoffeeScript's performance is dependent on the generated JavaScript code, which can be optimized. |
Libraries and frameworks | PHP has a wide range of libraries and frameworks available, such as Laravel and Symfony. | CoffeeScript relies on JavaScript libraries and frameworks for its functionality. |
Community and support | PHP has a large and active community with extensive documentation and support. | CoffeeScript has a smaller community compared to PHP, but still has active contributors and resources. |
Learning curve | PHP has a relatively low learning curve, especially for beginners. | CoffeeScript may have a steeper learning curve for developers who are not familiar with functional programming concepts. |