How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from PHP to Crystal 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 Crystal code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from PHP to Crystal 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
Crystal
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
PHP
Crystal
Key differences between PHP and Crystal
Characteristic | PHP | Crystal |
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Syntax | PHP uses a C-like syntax with dollar signs to denote variables and semicolons to end statements. | Crystal uses a Ruby-like syntax with a focus on readability and simplicity. |
Paradigm | PHP is primarily a procedural language, but also supports object-oriented programming. | Crystal is a statically-typed, object-oriented language with a focus on simplicity and performance. |
Typing | PHP is dynamically typed, meaning variable types are determined at runtime. | Crystal is statically typed, meaning variable types are checked at compile-time. |
Performance | PHP is generally considered to have lower performance compared to compiled languages. | Crystal is a compiled language that aims to have similar performance to C. |
Libraries and frameworks | PHP has a large number of libraries and frameworks available, such as Laravel and Symfony. | Crystal has a smaller ecosystem of libraries and frameworks compared to PHP. |
Community and support | PHP has a large and active community with extensive online resources and support. | Crystal has a smaller community compared to PHP, but still has active contributors and support. |
Learning curve | PHP has a relatively low learning curve, especially for beginners with prior programming experience. | Crystal has a steeper learning curve compared to PHP, especially for beginners. |