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Online Wren to Janet Converter

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How to use this tool?

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

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

Key differences between Wren and Janet

CharacteristicWrenJanet
SyntaxC-like, minimalistic, uses braces and semicolons, familiar to users of C, Java, or JavaScript.Lisp-like, uses s-expressions and parentheses, homoiconic, similar to Clojure or Scheme.
ParadigmObject-oriented with classes and single inheritance, some functional features.Multi-paradigm, primarily functional and imperative, supports metaprogramming and macros.
TypingDynamically typed, no static type checking.Dynamically typed, no static type checking.
PerformanceVery fast for a scripting language, small VM footprint, designed for embedding.Efficient and fast, suitable for scripting and embedding, performance competitive with other scripting languages.
Libraries and frameworksLimited standard library, few third-party libraries, ecosystem is small.Small but growing standard library, some third-party libraries, more extensible via FFI and macros.
Community and supportSmall community, limited resources and support, active core development.Small but active community, good documentation, responsive maintainers.
Learning curveGentle for those familiar with C-like languages, straightforward syntax.Steeper due to Lisp syntax and concepts like macros, easier for those with Lisp experience.