The Perl scripting language is ideal for creating cron scripts that deal with text, or that exchange data between two locations. It can easily filter text files, and also call coordinate other scripts and other commands on the Unix command line.
If you’re using Mac OS X or Linux, you have Perl already installed. Learn the basics of this venerable and powerful scripting language. Automate your routine command-line tasks, and save time for writing more Perl scripts!