I highly recommend that you consider DBD::SQLite instead. Then, when the time comes to switch to a "real" relational database, the process will be much smoother. Also, read A Guide to Installing Modules for information on installing modules in your user space when you don't have root access.

Sure it can ... with the right tools and little work on your behalf. If this were my problem, i would store the data in either a relational database like MySQL or Postgres, or SQLite - then, you can transform that data into HTML, XML, XHTML, an Excel spreadsheet (via Spreadsheet::WriteExcel), YAML ... whatever. Check out DBD::AnyData - you can even use it on a flat file. The CPAN has plenty of 'toys' to make this a fun project. I hope you can find the enjoyment out of putting these Lego™ blocks together, especially in time for the holidays. ;)

jeffa

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