Online PHP to Janet Converter
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How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from PHP to Janet 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 Janet code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between PHP and Janet
| Characteristic | PHP | Janet |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | C-style, curly braces, similar to JavaScript or C; imperative and procedural with object-oriented features. | Lisp-like, uses s-expressions (parentheses), minimal and homoiconic. |
| Paradigm | Primarily procedural and object-oriented; supports some functional programming features. | Multi-paradigm; functional, imperative, and metaprogramming via macros. |
| Typing | Dynamically typed (with optional static typing in newer versions). | Dynamically typed. |
| Performance | Interpreted, but with JIT in recent versions; generally fast for web tasks but not as fast as low-level languages. | Interpreted and compiled to bytecode; lightweight and fast for scripting, often faster than many dynamic languages. |
| Libraries and frameworks | Extensive ecosystem; many mature libraries and frameworks (e.g., Laravel, Symfony, WordPress). | Smaller ecosystem; fewer libraries and frameworks, but includes a standard library and package manager. |
| Community and support | Large, active community; extensive documentation, tutorials, and support resources. | Small but growing community; less documentation and fewer resources. |
| Learning curve | Gentle learning curve, especially for web development beginners. | Steeper learning curve due to Lisp syntax and metaprogramming concepts. |
