Essential skills for first-time programmers! 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 Each programming concept is divided into logical modules (chapters), ideal for linear learning Each module opens with the specific programming skills you’ll have by the end of the module Ask the Q&A sections throughout 1-Minute Quick self-assessment sections to check your progress Annotated Example code annotated with commentary that points to the particular technique illustrated Coding exercises contained in each module that build on one another, from simple to complex Mastery End-of-module reviews that test proficiency using multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and simple coding questions