in reply to Merge 2 files using key field

Well this is a learning, not a coding website.

First lesson:

Use search engines!

(doesn't require taking your "cap in hand"! =)

--> Perl Merge two files using key field

looks promising for me...

Cheers Rolf

( addicted to the Perl Programming Language)

PS:

> I know that I am meant to show my working however I have none because ...

nice try! ;-)