Online Vala to C 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 Vala to C in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your Vala code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting C code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Examples
The following are examples of code conversion from Vala to C 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.
Vala
C
Example 2 - Even or Odd
A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.
Vala
C
Key differences between Vala and C
| Characteristic | Vala | C |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | Vala has a syntax similar to C# and is designed to be readable and expressive. | C has a syntax that is more low-level and requires explicit memory management. |
| Paradigm | Vala is an object-oriented programming language. | C is a procedural programming language. |
| Typing | Vala supports static typing with type inference. | C supports static typing without type inference. |
| Performance | Vala code is compiled to C code, resulting in similar performance to C. | C is a low-level language that offers high performance. |
| Libraries and frameworks | Vala has access to the GNOME ecosystem and can use libraries written in C. | C has a wide range of libraries and frameworks available. |
| Community and support | Vala has a smaller community and less support compared to C. | C has a large community and extensive support. |
| Learning curve | Vala has a moderate learning curve, especially for developers familiar with C#. | C has a steep learning curve, especially for beginners. |
