Publisher's Synopsis
Supercharged Perl programming for every developer, sysadmin, and Web professional.*In-depth coverage of references--the cornerstone of advanced Perl programming*Complete application examples, not just code snippets*CGI, networking, GUIs, and object development*Enterprise database integration applicable to all databases including Oracle and SybaseModern Perl Programming will help you master Perl's most robust, powerful features--so you can make the most of the language whether you're a beginner or an experienced scripter. Michael Saltzman starts with a rapid-fire Perl tutorial and refresher. Then, using actual applications--not just code snippets--he presents expert guidance on the Perl features that deliver the most power, productivity, and efficiency.Coverage includes: *Practical coverage of data types, I/O, control structures, and operators*Making the most of associative arrays, hash tables, and regular expressions*Building your own subroutines*Developing Web-based CGI and network applications*Example-rich coverage of references (pointers)-the cornerstone of advanced Perl development*Object-oriented programming, data structures, and advanced GUI development*Integrating with enter;You won't just get results fast: You'll get great results fast--robust, maintainable, industrial-strength Perl for even the most challenging environments.
