Online VB6 to Carbon 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 VB6 to Carbon in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your VB6 code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Carbon code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between VB6 and Carbon
| Characteristic | VB6 | Carbon |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | English-like, BASIC-derived, uses keywords like Dim, Sub, End, and is case-insensitive. | C-based, similar to C++ with modern enhancements, uses curly braces, semicolons, and is case-sensitive. |
| Paradigm | Primarily event-driven and procedural, with limited object-oriented features. | Multi-paradigm, supporting procedural, object-oriented, and generic programming. |
| Typing | Weakly and implicitly typed, with optional explicit typing using 'Option Explicit'. | Statically and strongly typed, with explicit type declarations and type inference. |
| Performance | Interpreted at runtime or compiled to native code, generally slower and less optimized. | Designed for high performance, with modern compiler optimizations and low-level control. |
| Libraries and frameworks | Limited to built-in controls, ActiveX, and COM components; outdated ecosystem. | Aims for compatibility with C++ libraries and modern tooling, though still under development. |
| Community and support | Legacy community, minimal official support, mostly maintained by enthusiasts. | Growing community, active development, and support from modern language designers. |
| Learning curve | Gentle learning curve, beginner-friendly, especially for simple GUI applications. | Moderate to steep learning curve, especially for those unfamiliar with C++-like syntax. |
