CGI Programming Using Perl Course Overview

The CGI Programming Using Perl course is a comprehensive program designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to create dynamic web applications. This course delves into the fundamentals of the internet and web technologies, progressing from understanding TCP/IP and DNS to exploring client/server protocols. Participants will gain hands-on experience with browsers and servers, manage HTTP requests and responses, and work with various MIME types.

As learners progress, they will be introduced to CGI and its integration with Perl, learning to generate HTML content and forms, manage data flow, and handle form data. The course includes practical labs for real-world application and debugging techniques. With a focus on statefulness, database access, and web programming features, students will also navigate important aspects of CGI security. Additional appendices provide a deep dive into Perl, covering variables, flow control, and syntax. This course is ideal for those looking to master CGI with Perl to develop secure and efficient web applications.