Perl 6 Deep Dive

"Perl 6 Deep Dive" is a comprehensive guide to mastering Perl 6 programming. It walks you through the essential concepts of the language such as handling data manipulation, building robust concurrency systems, and utilizing functional programming techniques. The book is filled with real-world examples that evolve with each chapter, giving you the tools to successfully program with Perl 6.

What this Book will help me do

• Understand the foundations and philosophy behind Perl 6.
• Learn to utilize Rakudo for running your Perl 6 programs.
• Master Perl 6's unique constructs like meta operators, hyper operators, and built-in types.
• Gain expertise in advanced topics like functional, concurrent, and reactive programming in Perl 6.
• Create maintainable software using object-oriented paradigms and structured Perl 6 modules.

Author(s)

None Shitov, a seasoned programmer and advocate of Perl, brings their deep understanding of the language to this detailed guide. Having worked extensively with Perl in both academic and professional settings, they are passionate about helping developers unlock the true power of Perl 6. Their practical approach ensures each concept is explained with clarity and actionable insight.

Who is it for?

This book is tailor-made for developers who are eager to learn and adopt Perl 6 for their projects. Whether you are new to Perl or coming in with prior programming expertise, this guide is structured to help you pick up the language basics and advance swiftly to more complex topics. If your goal is to harness the extensiveness of Perl 6 for practical solutions, this book is an invaluable asset.