Perl: A Beginner's Guide - Paperback

by R. Allen Wyke (Author), Donald B. Thomas (Joint Author)

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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Essential Skills for First-Time Programmers!

Learn the basics of Perl programming from the tutorials and examples in this easy-to-follow resource. Perl: A Beginner's Guide covers fundamentals, such as general syntax and semantics, control structures, subroutines, and regular expressions. The book explains how to use Perl modules, access databases, write CGI programs, and debug code. The examples throughout the book walk you through real-world programming tasks. To speed your progress, the source code for all projects is available free online. Start programming in Perl right away with this self-paced, step-by-step learning solution.

This Beginner's Guide is Designed for Easy Learning:

• Modules - Each programming concept is divided into logical modules (chapters), ideal for individualized learning
• Goals - Each module opens with the specific programming skills you'll have by the end of the module
• Ask the Experts - Q&A sections throughout are filled with extra information and interesting commentary
• 1-Minute Drills - Quick self-assessment sections to check your progress
• Annotated Syntax - Example code annotated with commentary that points to the particular technique illustrated
• Projects - Coding exercises contained in each module show how to apply what you are learning
• Mastery Checks - End-of-module reviews that test your knowledge using short-answer, multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and simple coding questions