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Online VB6 to Grain Converter

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How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from VB6 to Grain in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -

  1. Type or paste your VB6 code in the input box.
  2. Click the convert button.
  3. The resulting Grain code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Key differences between VB6 and Grain

CharacteristicVB6Grain
SyntaxEnglish-like, verbose, uses 'Dim', 'Sub', 'End', and other BASIC-style keywords.Functional, concise, uses pattern matching, type annotations, and OCaml/Elm-like syntax.
ParadigmPrimarily event-driven and object-based, with some support for procedural programming.Purely functional, emphasizing immutability and strong type safety.
TypingWeakly and optionally typed, with implicit conversions and late binding.Statically and strongly typed, with type inference and no implicit conversions.
PerformanceInterpreted or compiled to native code, generally fast for desktop apps but limited by legacy runtime.Compiles to WebAssembly, offering high performance for web applications.
Libraries and frameworksRich set of built-in controls and libraries for Windows GUI and database access.Limited but growing ecosystem, focused on web and functional programming libraries.
Community and supportLarge legacy community, but official support ended; mostly maintained by enthusiasts.Small but active and modern community, with ongoing development and support.
Learning curveGentle for beginners, especially those new to programming or Windows development.Steeper, especially for those unfamiliar with functional programming concepts.