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Online Rust to Zig Converter

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How to use this tool?

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

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

Key differences between Rust and Zig

CharacteristicRustZig
SyntaxC-like syntax with modern features, pattern matching, and explicit lifetimes; more verbose due to safety checks.C-like syntax, simpler and more minimalistic, focuses on clarity and explicitness, less syntactic sugar.
ParadigmMulti-paradigm: supports functional, imperative, and concurrent programming with strong emphasis on safety.Imperative and procedural, with some metaprogramming; focuses on simplicity and predictability.
TypingStatically typed, strong type system with type inference and strict compile-time checks.Statically typed, strong and explicit type system, less inference, more manual type management.
PerformanceHigh performance, comparable to C/C++, zero-cost abstractions, aggressive optimizations, and safety guarantees.High performance, aims for predictable and optimal machine code, minimal runtime, and direct control over memory.
Libraries and frameworksRich ecosystem with mature libraries (crates) and frameworks for web, networking, async, and more.Smaller ecosystem, fewer libraries and frameworks, but growing; often interoperates directly with C libraries.
Community and supportLarge, active, and welcoming community; extensive documentation, forums, and official support channels.Smaller but passionate community; documentation improving, support mainly via GitHub, Discord, and forums.
Learning curveSteep learning curve due to ownership, borrowing, and lifetimes; requires understanding advanced concepts.Gentler learning curve for those familiar with C; simpler concepts, but manual memory management can be challenging.