Overview of Perl
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In principle, Perl has many similarities to JavaScript. So if you
still are not comfortable programming, Perl will serve as a good refresher.
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But there are some differences. Don't get confused!
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Perl scripts are one solid file. They are not mixed with HTML, as
JavaScript is.
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Syntax: variables, arrays, quotations.
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Perl does not have event handlers.
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Making Perl easy
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There are common 'libraries' to make your coding easier. CGI.pm and cgi-lib
are two of the most common.
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Use these religiously!
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On-line code is available.
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oz gives you some default scripts.
A quick Perl demo
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