Perl for Dummies (--For Dummies)

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Reviews
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Created to have you writing Perl programs in a matter of minutes, the second edition of IDG's Perl for Dummies serves as a highly useful introduction to the Perl 5 programming language. Perl for Dummies provides Unix, Macintosh, and Windows users with a myriad of simple, straightforward code samples that will quickly facilitate building usable and productive tools.

Aspiring Web programmers will find a slim, though well balanced, overview of Perl 5's CGI scripting capabilities, and a brief section dedicated to the future of Web programming through the integration of Perl and XML. Hoffman also includes a list of "10 Great Perl Web Sites," which may prove to be an outstanding resource for those who wish to expand their understanding of Perl. An accompanying CD-ROM includes all the code samples explained in the book, as well as a free trial copy of ActivePerl to help get you started. --Ryan Kuykendall

Book Description
Create your own custom Web programs in a snap with the easy-to-master Perl programming language. Perl For Dummies, 2nd Edition, guides you step-by-step through the arcane syntax and programming environment of Perl (which, in case you are wondering, stands for Practical Extraction and Report Language), whether you're working on a UNIX, Windows 95/98, Windows NT, or Macintosh computer. Perl For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is written for both programming novices and veteran code warriors. From the basic elements of programming with Perl (working with text and numbers, lists, strings, operators, loops, and conditional statements) to advanced topics on designing and building complex Perl programs, this plain-English reference covers every version of this free programming language through Perl 5 for creating custom CGI scripts for your Web site. Plus, on this book's bonus CD-ROM, you'll find all the source code from the book, along with a copy of ActivePerl, the latest software release from ActiveState.

Synopsis
The Perl programming language is being updated so that it can convert current Web data to XML, and this title helps Perl experts and novices get ready for the big changes. The CD-ROM features the CPAN (Comprehensive Perl Archive Network) library.

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