Perl 6 Quick Syntax Reference: A Pocket Guide to the Language, the Core Modules, and the Community (1st ed.)

By: J.J. Merelo

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Synopsis: This condensed code and syntax reference book presents the Perl scripting language in a well-organized format designed to be used time and again. It contains an easy-to-read and use guide to Perl 6 for software application development.Using this book will give you a feel for the language, as well as an introduction to the different features (such as object-oriented programming) that make Perl 6 such a unique language. You won’t find any technical jargon, bloated samples, drawn out history lessons, or witty stories in this book. Perl 6 Quick Syntax Reference is packed with useful information and is a must-have for any developer new to Perl 6.What You Will LearnUse Perl 6 expressions and operators Work with Perl 6 data access and persistent dataProcess complex data structures available in Perl 6Work with functions, modules, and moreUse Perl 6 classes, roles, and traitsTake advantage of regular expressions and grammars using Perl 6 Use the Unicode standard to its full extent in your scriptsWho This Book Is ForThose new to Perl 6 who have at least some programming experience in any scripting language.