Essential skills for first-time programmers! Perl: A Beginner's Guide will teach you the fundamentals of Perl programming. It covers Perl capabilities and syntax, accessing databases, working with modules, CGI programming, debugging and much more. This beginner's guide is designed for easy learning: Modules: Each programming concept is divided into logical modules (chapters), ideal for linear learningGoals: Each module opens with the specific programming skills you'll have by the end of the moduleAsk the Experts: Q&A sections throughout1-Minute Drills: Quick self-assessment sections to check your progressAnnotated Syntax: Example code annotated with commentary that points to the particular technique illustratedProjects: Coding exercises contained in each module that build on one another, from simple to complexMastery Checks: End-of-module reviews that test proficiency using multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and simple coding questions
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Introduction to Perl; scalar data module 3 - arrays, lists, and hashes; operators and control structures; program flow and subroutines; working with files and directories; regular expressions; interacting with databases using the Perl DBI; modules; writing CGI programs; system functions; error messages and debugging; advanced features and concepts.
