Online R to Grain Converter
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How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from R to Grain in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your R code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Grain code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between R and Grain
| Characteristic | R | Grain |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | R uses a unique syntax tailored for statistical analysis and data manipulation, with many functions and operators specific to statistics. | Grain uses a functional programming syntax inspired by OCaml and ReasonML, with a focus on type safety and functional constructs. |
| Paradigm | Primarily functional and vectorized, with some object-oriented features (S3, S4, R6). | Purely functional, emphasizing immutability and strong type safety. |
| Typing | Dynamically typed, with types determined at runtime. | Statically typed, with type checking at compile time. |
| Performance | Generally slower due to interpreted nature, but optimized for statistical operations; can be extended with C/C++ for speed. | Compiles to WebAssembly, offering high performance for web applications and computational tasks. |
| Libraries and frameworks | Extensive ecosystem for statistics, data analysis, and visualization (CRAN, Bioconductor). | Smaller ecosystem, with growing libraries focused on WebAssembly and functional programming. |
| Community and support | Large, mature community with strong academic and industry support, extensive documentation and forums. | Small but active and growing community, with limited resources and documentation. |
| Learning curve | Moderate, especially for those with a statistics background; unique syntax can be challenging for general programmers. | Steep, especially for those new to functional programming and static typing. |
