P6Doc
P6Doc is a command-line utility designed to help developers access and understand documentation for Perl 6 (now known as Raku). It provides a convenient way to query the documentation directly from your terminal, making it easier to look up functions, classes, and other language constructs without leaving your development environment.
Perl 6 Documentation Tool Usage
Below are common commands for using the P6Doc tool to manage and query Perl 6 (Raku) documentation.
Building the Documentation Index
Before you can effectively search for documentation, you need to build an index of the available documentation. This command scans your installed Perl 6 modules and creates a searchable index.
# Build index
p6doc buildGetting Information About a Specific Function
To retrieve detailed information about a particular function, you can use the -f flag followed by the function name. This is useful for understanding a function's signature, parameters, and behavior.
# to get information about the function
p6doc -f slurpHandling Ambiguous Function Names
Sometimes, function names can be overloaded or appear in multiple contexts. In such cases, it's best to specify the function along with its associated class or module to ensure you get the correct documentation. This avoids ambiguity and retrieves the precise information you need.
# if the function name is ambiguous use it with the class name
p6doc -f Type::IO.slurpExploring Raku Documentation
P6Doc is an essential tool for any Raku developer. By mastering its commands, you can quickly find answers to your programming questions and deepen your understanding of the Raku language. For more advanced usage or troubleshooting, consult the official Raku documentation or community forums.