Learning Perl

If you ask Perl programmers today about the book they relied on most while learning Perl, many will mention Learning Perl, affectionately known as "the Llama." Since its first edition in 1993, it has remained a bestseller and is considered the quintessential tutorial for the Perl programming language. Originally a tool for Unix system administrators, Perl has evolved into a versatile programming language used across various platforms for web programming, database manipulation, XML processing, and system administration, while still excelling at smaller tasks. Perl is quick, fun, and immensely useful, attracting users who initially need it and keeping them engaged because they love it. The third edition has been updated for Perl 5.6 and rewritten to meet the needs of today’s learners. Based on their extensive teaching experience, the authors have re-engineered the book to align with the pace and scope suitable for beginners. It retains the detailed discussions, thorough examples, and eclectic wit for which it is known. This edition features an expanded introduction to regular expressions, new exercises, and solutions for practical application of concepts. Overall, it has been thoroughly revamped to bring Learning Perl into the new millennium, making it a definitive resource for anyone looking to become a proficient Perl programmer.