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2. Running Rakudo Perl 6

Moritz Lenz

(1)Fürth, Bayern, Germany

Before we start exploring Perl 6, you should have an environment where you can run Perl 6 code. So you need to install Rakudo Perl 6, currently the only actively developed Perl 6 compiler. Or even better, install Rakudo Star, which is a distribution that includes Rakudo itself, a few useful modules, and a tool that can help you install more modules.

Installing Rakudo itself gives you just the compiler. It follows a monthly release cycle, so it allows you to keep up to date with the latest developments.

When you choose to install Rakudo Star , which is typically released every three months, ...

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