Probably a better idea: a book focused on Perl itself; namely Learning Perl ( AKA "The Camel" and(brainfog! See first reply, below and TY AppleFritter) widely regarded as the gold standard for those introducing themselves to Perl) rather than a text diluted by OS info/restrictions.

You might also consider free-and-open educational (college and U) sites which offer tutorials; and would likely profit by simply using your favor search engine with the terms "Perl Tutorial" or "Perl primer" or something similar.

For *nix, there are many books; enormous amounts on online info; and, likely, local or regional schools that will also do better by you than a mashed up into to *nix (of whatever flavor) and a programming language. Disclaimer: I know nothing about the book you initially cite, positive or negative... but I am confident that Learning Perl would serve you well.

For Python advice, suggest you address your question to the appropriate Stack Overflow realm or seek out a site focused on Python.


Spirit of the Monastery


In reply to Re: UNIX and Perl to the Rescue --like book for Python? by ww
in thread UNIX and Perl to the Rescue --like book for Python? by ndo

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