Building on Win32 is no way tricky.

But after you've said "I chose to use an AS build rather than a CPAN version as I thought..." then I suggest you to do following:

• download binary from AS
• use MSVC++ for building of extensions
• edit Config.pm to reflect your MSVC++ compiler
• just build your new extensions using normal way: 'perl makefile.pl' and then 'nmake'

If you really must use Borland compiler, then:

1. read README.win32 file what it says about Borland C++. Also read "makefile.mk". It contains "BCCOLD" defines which you should set/unset (uncomment). BTW why you did not use newer compiler BCC-5.5?
2. be prepared to have a bit more than usual number of problems.

Some compilers are supported better than others, namely Win32 supported by MSVC++ best of all.

Courage, the Cowardly Dog

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