How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from PHP to Kotlin 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 Kotlin code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from PHP to Kotlin 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
Kotlin
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
PHP
Kotlin
Key differences between PHP and Kotlin
Characteristic | PHP | Kotlin |
---|---|---|
Syntax | PHP syntax is similar to C and Perl. It is easy to learn and write. | Kotlin syntax is similar to Java. It is easy to learn and write. |
Paradigm | PHP supports procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming paradigms. | Kotlin supports object-oriented and functional programming paradigms. |
Typing | PHP is dynamically typed. | Kotlin is statically typed. |
Performance | PHP is slower than Kotlin. | Kotlin is faster than PHP. |
Libraries and frameworks | PHP has a large number of libraries and frameworks available, including Laravel, Symfony, and CodeIgniter. | Kotlin has a growing number of libraries and frameworks available, including Ktor, Spring, and Android KTX. |
Community and support | PHP has a large and active community with many resources available for learning and support. | Kotlin has a growing community with many resources available for learning and support. |
Learning curve | PHP has a relatively low learning curve and is easy to get started with. | Kotlin has a steeper learning curve than PHP, but is still relatively easy to learn. |