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Online Raku to Grain Converter

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How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from Raku to Grain in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -

  1. Type or paste your Raku code in the input box.
  2. Click the convert button.
  3. The resulting Grain code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Key differences between Raku and Grain

CharacteristicRakuGrain
SyntaxFlexible and expressive syntax, supports multiple programming styles, and allows user-defined operators.C-like syntax inspired by JavaScript and Rust, designed for simplicity and readability.
ParadigmMulti-paradigm: supports procedural, object-oriented, functional, and concurrent programming.Functional-first, with strong support for functional programming and some imperative features.
TypingGradually typed with support for both dynamic and static typing.Statically typed with type inference and a strong, sound type system.
PerformanceGenerally slower than many mainstream languages due to its flexibility and rich feature set.Designed for WebAssembly, offering good performance for web and serverless applications.
Libraries and frameworksHas a growing ecosystem with modules available via the Raku ecosystem, but smaller than mainstream languages.Limited library and framework support, focused mainly on WebAssembly-related use cases.
Community and supportActive but relatively small community, with good documentation and support channels.Very small and emerging community, with limited resources and support.
Learning curveSteep learning curve due to its rich feature set and flexible syntax.Moderate learning curve, especially for those familiar with functional programming and static typing.