Online PowerShell to Raku Converter
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How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from PowerShell to Raku in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your PowerShell code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Raku code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between PowerShell and Raku
| Characteristic | PowerShell | Raku |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | Command-based, uses cmdlets and pipelines, syntax similar to shell scripting with .NET integration. | Flexible, expressive, Perl-inspired syntax with support for multiple paradigms and advanced features. |
| Paradigm | Primarily imperative and object-oriented, designed for task automation and configuration management. | Multi-paradigm: supports procedural, object-oriented, functional, and concurrent programming. |
| Typing | Dynamically typed, with optional static typing via .NET types. | Gradually typed, supports both dynamic and static typing with strong type system. |
| Performance | Moderate, optimized for scripting and automation rather than raw speed; runs on .NET runtime. | Generally slower than many mainstream languages due to its rich feature set and relatively young runtime. |
| Libraries and frameworks | Extensive support for Windows and system administration tasks, access to .NET libraries. | Growing ecosystem, has modules via the Raku ecosystem (zef), but fewer libraries compared to more established languages. |
| Community and support | Large, active community, strong support from Microsoft, extensive documentation and forums. | Smaller, passionate community, active development, but less mainstream support and fewer resources. |
| Learning curve | Gentle for those familiar with Windows or shell scripting; some complexity due to object-oriented features. | Steep, due to flexible syntax and advanced features; easier for those with Perl background. |
