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Online VBA to Elm Converter

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How to use this tool?

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

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

Examples

The following are examples of code conversion from VBA to Elm 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.

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Example 2 - Even or Odd

A well commented function to check if a number if odd or even.

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Key differences between VBA and Elm

CharacteristicVBAElm
SyntaxUses a syntax similar to Visual Basic, which is straightforward but can be verbose.Uses a clean and concise syntax that is functional and designed for readability.
ParadigmImperative and procedural programming paradigm.Functional programming paradigm.
TypingDynamically typed, which can lead to runtime errors.Statically typed with strong type inference, reducing runtime errors.
PerformanceGenerally slower due to being interpreted and running in a host application.Compiled to JavaScript, often resulting in better performance in web applications.
Libraries and frameworksLimited libraries, primarily focused on Microsoft Office applications.Rich ecosystem of libraries for web development, particularly for building user interfaces.
Community and supportLarge community due to its long history and integration with Microsoft products.Smaller but passionate community, with good documentation and support resources.
Learning curveEasier for beginners, especially those familiar with Microsoft Office.Steeper learning curve due to functional programming concepts and type system.