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perl:tldr:e0604

perl: Run a Perl script in debug mode, using `perldebug`.
$ perl -d ${script-pl}
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The command "perl -d ${script-pl}" is used to run a Perl script in debug mode. Here's what it means:

  • "perl" is the command used to execute Perl scripts.
  • "-d" is an option that tells Perl to run the script in debug mode.
  • "${script-pl}" represents the name of the Perl script file you want to debug.

By running the command, the Perl script specified by "${script-pl}" will be executed in debug mode, allowing you to trace the execution of the script, set breakpoints, inspect variables, and analyze any issues or bugs in your code. The debug mode provides a more detailed insight into the script's execution flow, making it easier to identify and fix problems.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.
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