Perl 5 for Dummies

by Paul E. Hoffman

Perl is one of the easiest-to-learn (and use) programming languages - yet it is as powerful as the harder-to-learn languages. Perl is optimized for scanning text files, extracting information, and printing reports on that information. Perl is also a good language for many system requirement tasks. And, what's the language of choice for writing CGI scripts to use on your Web site? Perl -- and in particular Perl 5, the latest version of this portable, multi-platform language. Perl 5 For Dummies shows you how to use Perl to create neat programs and powerful CGI scripts -- even if you have minimal programming experience. Plus, on the book's accompanying bonus CD-ROM, you get tons of ready-to-use Perl programs that you can adapt and use on your own.

Genres: Programming, Reference, Computers, Nonfiction, Technical

381 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1997

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[Nhi · Rating 3 out of 5]

I learned perl, I can now program using perl but only if I have a reference book in front of me and a problem statement to follow. The examples in this book were too basic and doing them didn't really solidify my learning of the subject which is why I need a reference when programming with PERL. I don't recommend this book for non-dummies

[RJ]

Perl for Dummies (Fourth Edition) by Paul Hoffman (2003)

[Chang]

It was a great reference!

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[TofurkyVectrex64 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Changed my life.