Course details

The Perl Specialist course focuses on the fundamental concepts of the Perl programming language. In this course, you will learn the basic syntax and control structures needed to write Perl scripts. Topics such as data types, flow control, arrays and hashes, regular expressions, and subroutines will be discussed. You will learn how to interact with text files and how to access command line arguments and environment variables. You will also learn about packages and modules, and you will be introduced to database connectivity using Perl. Finally, you will receive an overview about debugging Perl scripts.

Although the knowledge that you gain in this course is designed to widen your understanding of server scripting in general, you will focus on the Perl language in particular.

Skills Taught

  • Perl language essentials, including syntax, regular expressions and data types
  • Perl code development, including accessing and manipulating files
  • Web site implementation, including database connectivity and debugging techniquesskills

No prior knowledge of the Perl programming language is necessary. However, students should be familiar with using the Internet, developing Web pages and configuring networks to a level consistent with that found in the CIW Web Foundations series, and be able to demonstrate Web scripting knowledge equivalent to that found in the JavaScript Specialist course.

The CIW Perl Specialist course is for individual who want to understand how to fully use the features of the Perl programming language in Web application development. These specialized Web language skills can help you begin or grow a career in advanced Web development and technologies as:

  • Web developers
  • Software developers
  • Application programmers Client / server developers
  • Desktop publishers

The CIW Perl Specialist course teaches developers how to fully use the features of the Perl programming language in Web application development. These specialized Web language skills can help you begin or grow a career in advanced Web development and technologies.

  • Introduction to Perl & Flow Control in Perl
  • Regular Expressions in Perl & Arrays in Perl
  • Hashes in Perl & Subroutines in Perl
  • File Input and Output & Environment Variables and Command Line Arguments
  • Introduction to Database & Debugging Perl Programs

Assessment

Follow the instructions on Pearson VUE's site for details on registering for exams. You may also register in person at any authorised Pearson VUE testing centre. Local learners may take the online examination at Dorset College Pearsonvue/ Prometric Testing Centre..

Updated on 08 November, 2015

About Dorset College

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Programmes are delivered in a dynamic environment by a highly qualified and experienced team of professionals. They have a strong focus on the provision of industry accredited programmes with good career and job prospects as Theyll as offering the ideal platform for academic progression. They provide excellent facilities and support to learners to enable them to achieve their goals. They focus on small class sizes and quality of education.

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