The post from marto is a good one++, Re^2: Installing Perl Modules. You may not understand that the Active State .ppd file has everything needed for the installation. It is pre-compiled and "ready to go" . You must make sure that it is the right version and architecture yourself, but the ppm command prompt can install it.

I have in the past downloaded and installed a .ppd file that was not in the Active State Repository. That is rare for me and I haven't done it in some years. I have never built an AS module from "scratch". That is possible, however normally there is no need for this.

I did some googling and it is possible for you to make your own "ppm repository mirror" which you could put on a flash drive.

You might want to look at repository info, old but some info relevant.

I have no idea of the political environment at your workplace. If I were your manager, I would want that everything that you do be done in a maintainable process. If you need some module for your work, I would find a way to make that happen for you in an "official" way. If there is a reason for this that makes financial sense for the business, I would find a way. Consider the option of talking with your boss.

Things that would bolster your case: a) module has a long history, b) it is well maintained with regular updates, c)has few outstanding defect reports, d) will help me be more productive because of X. Get your "ammo" together before talking with the boss.

In reply to Re^2: Installing Perl Modules by Marshall
in thread Installing Perl Modules by 9mohit2

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