Mysql and Perl for the Web - Softcover

Dubois, Paul

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0735710546 ISBN 13: 9780735710542

Publisher: Sams, 2001

Synopsis

MySQL and Perl for the Web provides a much-needed handbook for database and Web developers seeking an extensive and detailed guide for using the combination of MySQL and Perl to build dynamic and interactive database-backed Web sites. It shows how to use Perl's DBI database access module, pairing it with with the CGI.pm module that allows Web pages and forms to be generated and processed easily. These tools provide developers with a solid foundation for creating applications that incorporate database content to create dynamic, up-to-date Web sites.

The book employs a practical learn-by-doing approach that demonstrates development techniques by building complete applications, not just fragmentary pieces. It shows what to do at each step of the way during the process of building live, working examples. Applications are fully explained so you can understand how they work and apply the techniques they illustrate to your own projects.

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Review

Once in a while a book comes along that covers an area of development that has previously been largely ignored. Both MySQL and Perl are well documented in several tutorials, but in-depth coverage of Web development using the combination of the two is rare. MySQL and Perl for the Web zeroes in on this interesting pairing, illustrating practical application development possibilities using this popular duo.

The book is perfect for developers of Web sites running on Apache on Unix. Loyalties vary in terms of operating systems, Web servers, and scripting languages, but those who find their home in the Unix and Perl environments will find this book right up their alleys. The target audience is developers somewhat familiar with Perl and the Unix-based Web server environment, but you'll find the book illustrative even if your knowledge is sketchy.

After showing how to make database connections using Perl and MySQL, author Paul DuBois dives into some useful real-world examples to help you build your skills. He shows how to implement a simple to-do list application, an online product registration site, contests, online polls, image databases, an online greeting card service, and more. There is also excellent coverage of search facilities and session management.

The sample code for the applications in this text is presented in small pieces in context with the discussion; most of the space is devoted to explanations of the issues and implementation. All of the code is available, however, from the book's companion Web site. This tutorial is an excellent way for Perl developers to move to the next level of development and make the most of some powerful, free tools. --Stephen W. Plain

From the Publisher

Paul is a prime example of the kind of author we look for here at New Riders Publishing - a VOICE THAT MATTERS. Readers of his previous book- "MySQL" - can't seem to say enough good things about his incredibly engaging writing style and the amount of detail and know-how Paul brings to his work. Paul has done it again with "MySQL and Perl for the Web."

Pre-published reviews of this book say that there is information here that can't be found anywhere else. The amount of detail and depth behind this difficult to master technology combination, is beyond what you'd expect.

Paul has once again written a masterpiece that I am proud to publish. It's because of authors like him that people like me continue to be excited by what we publish and then are able to turn around and make it available to people like you. As always, I like to hear from our readers about their experience with the book so please write in and tell me at nrfeedback@newriders.com. I know you'll be pleased.

~Stephanie Wall, Executive Editor

Edition details

• Publisher: Sams
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0735710546
• ISBN 13: 9780735710542
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 529