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Bloop

AI Powered Legacy Code Conversion from COBOL to Readable Java

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About Bloop

Bloop is an AI-powered solution aimed at modernizing, understanding, and writing legacy code efficiently. It converts outdated COBOL code into modern Java, making it readable and maintainable for long-term use. This innovative approach not only ensures code readability similar to human-written code but also saves time and cost by utilizing open-source libraries and cloud primitives. Bloop offers a safer alternative to manual rewrites, leveraging built-in correctness checks at every stage of the code conversion process. Additionally, Bloop helps developers understand complex codebases by providing high-level overviews and answering technical questions in natural language. Its powerful AI-driven tools allow developers to navigate codebases, generate patches, and maintain documentation effortlessly, thereby reducing downtime and preventing dependency bloat. For businesses looking to streamline their development processes, Bloop provides a comprehensive solution for both modernizing legacy code and enhancing ongoing code management.

Key Features

  • AI-powered legacy code conversion
  • Readable Java output
  • Functional equivalence with COBOL
  • Open source libraries usage
  • Cost savings
  • No need for refactoring
  • Built-in correctness checks
  • Steps: initial survey, proof-of-concept, full-modernisation
  • Support from AI and programming languages research lab
  • Backed by Y-Combinator

Tags

Convert legacy COBOL codeReadable JavaFunctional equivalenceSafetyCost savingsOpen source librariesNo refactoringTight deadlinesCorrectness checksSafer code translationManual rewritesInitial surveyProof-of-conceptFull modernisationDedicated research labAIProgramming languages

FAQs

What is ModerniseAI?
ModerniseAI is a service by bloop that converts legacy COBOL code into readable Java using artificial intelligence, making the code easy to modify and extend.
How does ModerniseAI ensure the converted code is readable?
ModerniseAI converts COBOL into Java that reads as a human would write, avoiding jargon-filled code like Jobol or Cava.
Is the converted code functionally equivalent to the original?
Yes, COBOL and Java programs converted by ModerniseAI exhibit identical behavior, validated by the AI test suite.
Does ModerniseAI use open source libraries?
Yes, the modernized code uses open source libraries and cloud primitives where possible to maximize cost savings.
Is the AI-powered translation safer than manual rewrites?
Yes, ModerniseAI includes built-in correctness checks at every stage of the pipeline, ensuring a safer translation process.
What steps are involved in the ModerniseAI process?
The process includes an initial survey, a proof-of-concept conversion, and full modernisation, with onboarding for your team.
Can the converted code be modified without refactoring?
Yes, ModerniseAI ensures the code can be modified and extended without the need for refactoring, making it useful for tight deadlines.
Who supports ModerniseAI?
ModerniseAI is backed by bloop, a startup research lab focused on AI and programming languages, and supported by investors like Y-Combinator.
Why choose ModerniseAI for code conversion?
ModerniseAI automates menial engineering tasks, freeing up resources for innovation and speeding up your ability to modernize and maintain code.
How can I get started with ModerniseAI?
To get started with ModerniseAI, contact bloop to set up an initial survey and proof-of-concept.