Instant Perl Modules - Softcover

Sparling, Douglas; Wiles, Frank

Softcover

ISBN 10: 007212962X ISBN 13: 9780072129625

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media, 2001

Synopsis

A handy time-saving reference shows programmers how to extend Perl's capabilities by using modules; furnishes a wealth of Perl modules, from accessing databases and receiving e-mail to using cookies and handling XML data; and contains ready-to-use code in both the book and on the CD. Original. (Intermediate)

About this title

About the Author

Doug Sparling (Kansas City, MO) is a Web developer (certified in HTML and Perl) with UClick, which acquires, develops, packages, sells and distributes web content. Clients include CNN, Salon magazine, AOL, Lycos, and The New York Times. Doug has developed applications for using Perl, JavaScript, XML, Java, and C/C++. His Perl application, "Suitable for Framing" was noted in the August/99 issue of Internet World.

From the Back Cover

The Ultimate Collection of Ready-to-Use Code and Expert Techniques

Start scripting with Perl modules and you'll instantly understand why it is one of the dominant languages for Web programmers. Instant Perl Modules will show you short-cuts to help you maximize this already fast-coding language. This helpful guidebook--organized by type--addresses modules that perform a broad range of functions, from creating online Web chats and surveys to connecting to databases and creating GUIs.

All told, there are more than 100 modules covered, each available in ready-to-use coded format on the companion CD, plus step-by-step instructions for creating your own modules. Whether you're new to Perl or an avid user, this book will help you write code faster and extend Perl's programming capabilities.

Use Perl modules to:

• Fetch and parse XML, HTML, and more
• Format text, handle graphics, and develop for the Web
• Send and receive e-mail more efficiently
• Utilize databases via Perl's DBI interface
• Convert dates and times
• Build Web site utilities including searching and ad management

In this book, learn to:

• Master short-cuts for this easy-to-learn, fast-coding language
• Locate and learn exactly the modules you need
• Develop simple to sophisticated programs with these flexible tools
• Write CGI applications
• Understand Win32 modules
• Utilize Internet protocols

ON THE VALUE-PACKED CD:

• More than 100 ready-to-use coded modules
• All source code used throughout the book

Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 007212962X
• ISBN 13: 9780072129625
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 488