Based on the second edition of , modified to be applicable to Perl programming on Windows NT systems. Provides a "gentle" (from the preface) introduction (rather than a comprehensive guide), touching on most common operations and language idioms found in Perl programs. Each chapter ends with exercises. Book News, Inc.?, Portland, OR / Book Description / In this smooth, carefully paced course, leading Perl trainers and a Windows NT practitioner teach you to program in the language that promises to emerge as the scripting language of choice on NT. With a foreword by Larry Wall, the creator of Perl, this book is the "official" guide for both formal (classroom) and informal learning. Based on the "llama book," Learning Perl on Win32 Systems features tips for PC users and new NT-specific examples.