Hostilla.pl IT glossary
What is Perl?
Perl is a scripting language still found in older web applications and server tools.
Definition
Perl is a scripting language still found in older web applications and server tools.
What does it mean in practice?
For web applications, Perl can affect performance, compatibility, caching, data storage and migration planning.
A practical Hostilla.pl example
When maintaining a website, describe the expected result first and record the current configuration. Perl can then be checked against application requirements, hosting limits, logs and a rollback plan.
What should you check?
- the account, domain and expected result
- software versions and required dependencies
- a current backup or reversible change plan
- logs and a repeatable verification after the change