Online VBA to Janet 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 VBA to Janet in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -
- Type or paste your VBA code in the input box.
- Click the convert button.
- The resulting Janet code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.
Key differences between VBA and Janet
| Characteristic | VBA | Janet |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | Similar to classic BASIC, verbose and English-like, designed for readability and ease of use within Microsoft Office. | C-like and Lisp-inspired, uses s-expressions, concise and flexible, supports both imperative and functional styles. |
| Paradigm | Primarily imperative and event-driven, with some support for object-oriented programming. | Multi-paradigm: functional, imperative, and metaprogramming with macros. |
| Typing | Dynamically typed, with optional static typing using 'Dim' and type declarations. | Dynamically typed, with flexible data structures and runtime type checking. |
| Performance | Interpreted, generally slower, optimized for automation within Microsoft Office applications. | Compiled to bytecode, lightweight and fast, suitable for scripting and embedding in applications. |
| Libraries and frameworks | Rich set of libraries for Office automation, limited external libraries, tightly integrated with Microsoft products. | Growing ecosystem, includes standard libraries for general-purpose programming, less extensive than mainstream languages. |
| Community and support | Large, established community, extensive documentation and support due to long-term use in business environments. | Smaller, niche community, active development, less mainstream support but good documentation for its size. |
| Learning curve | Gentle learning curve, especially for users familiar with Office; designed for non-programmers. | Moderate learning curve, especially for those new to Lisp-like syntax or functional programming concepts. |
