Perlbrew - Manage Multiple Perl Versions

Perlbrew is a tool for managing multiple Perl versions. It simplifies the process of installing, switching between, and managing different Perl versions on your system. This is particularly useful when working on projects with varying Perl version requirements.

Getting Started with Perlbrew

Follow these steps to begin using Perlbrew:

Installation

First, you need to install Perlbrew. The installation process varies depending on your operating system, but generally involves downloading the script and running it. Consult the Perlbrew GitHub repository for detailed instructions.

Installing Perl Versions

Once Perlbrew is installed, you can install various Perl versions. Use the following command to see available versions:

perlbrew available

To install a specific version (e.g., 5.36):

perlbrew install 5.36

Switching Perl Versions

After installing multiple Perl versions, you can switch between them using the following command:

perlbrew switch 5.36

Replace 5.36 with the desired version number.

Managing Perl Modules

Perlbrew also provides tools for managing Perl modules. You can list installed modules for the currently selected Perl version with:

perlbrew list-modules

And clone modules from one version to another using:

perlbrew clone-modules <from-version> <to-version>

Additional Resources

• Perl Official Website
• Perl Documentation
• Perl Questions on Stack Overflow