Online SAS to R Converter
Click to select or drop your input code file here.
You can also type the input code below.
How to use this tool?
This free online converter lets you convert code from SAS to R 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 R code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from SAS to R 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
R
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
SAS
R
Key differences between SAS and R
| Characteristic | SAS | R |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | SAS has a verbose and structured syntax. | R has a concise and flexible syntax. |
| Paradigm | SAS is primarily a procedural language. | R is primarily a functional language, but also supports procedural and object-oriented programming. |
| Typing | SAS is a statically typed language. | R is a dynamically typed language. |
| Performance | SAS is known for its high performance and scalability. | R can be slower than SAS for large datasets and complex operations. |
| Libraries and frameworks | SAS has a large and comprehensive set of built-in libraries and frameworks. | R has a vast collection of user-contributed libraries and frameworks available through CRAN and other repositories. |
| Community and support | SAS has a smaller but dedicated community with strong corporate support. | R has a large and active community with strong academic and open-source support. |
| Learning curve | SAS has a steeper learning curve due to its verbose syntax and complex environment. | R has a relatively gentle learning curve due to its concise syntax and user-friendly environment. |
