How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from SAS to Crystal in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your SAS code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Crystal code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from SAS to Crystal 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.
SAS
Crystal
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
SAS
Crystal
Key differences between SAS and Crystal
Characteristic | SAS | Crystal |
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Syntax | SAS uses a data step and a proc step to process data. It has a verbose syntax with a focus on data manipulation and analysis. | Crystal has a syntax similar to Ruby, with a focus on simplicity and readability. It uses a combination of static and dynamic typing. |
Paradigm | SAS is primarily a procedural language with some support for object-oriented programming. | Crystal is a statically-typed, object-oriented language with support for metaprogramming. |
Typing | SAS is dynamically typed, meaning variable types are determined at runtime. | Crystal is statically typed, meaning variable types are checked at compile-time. |
Performance | SAS is known for its high performance in data processing and analysis. | Crystal is a compiled language that aims to provide high performance similar to C or C++. |
Libraries and frameworks | SAS has a wide range of libraries and frameworks for data analysis, statistics, and machine learning. | Crystal has a growing ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, but it may not have as many options as more established languages. |
Community and support | SAS has a large and active community with extensive documentation and support resources. | Crystal has a smaller community compared to more popular languages, but it is growing and has active community forums and documentation. |
Learning curve | SAS has a steep learning curve due to its complex syntax and extensive functionality. | Crystal has a relatively low learning curve, especially for developers familiar with Ruby or similar languages. |