# Perl Programming Language — Perl Compiler With Reference

> Perl programming language compiler and reference for iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Anastasia Kovba.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/perl-programming-language/id486217730 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Anastasia Kovba](https://appshunter.io/developer/1501308821)
- Category: Reference, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 23 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-01-10
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/perl-programming-language/id486217730/reviews.md

## What is Perl Programming Language?

The classic Perl programming language for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. Programming language is a perfect tool for studying, complex mathematical calculation, entertainment and many other useful tasks. The application is especially useful for learning the Perl programming language. You have to buy compilations inside the application. Internet connection is required.

- The great programming tool on the AppStore.
- Your programming language for iOS is amazing!

* FEATURES *

- Compile and run your program.
- Text input before program run and text output.
- Enhanced source code editor with syntax highlighting, line numbers, color themes and additional keyboard.
- Import and export programs by iTunes or by email.
- Online language reference and several program samples.

* LIMITATIONS *

- Internet connection is required to compile and run a program.
- Graphics, network, file system and real-time input are not supported.
- Maximum running time of a program is 15 seconds.

Thanks for using the application!

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Perl is a high-level, general-purpose, interpreted, dynamic programming language. Perl was originally developed by Larry Wall in 1987 as a general-purpose Unix scripting language to make report processing easier. Since then, it has undergone many changes and revisions and become widely popular amongst programmers. Larry Wall continues to oversee development of the core language, and its upcoming version, Perl 6. Perl borrows features from other programming languages including C, shell scripting (sh), AWK, and sed. The language provides powerful text processing facilities without the arbitrary data length limits of many contemporary Unix tools, facilitating easy manipulation of text files. Perl gained widespread popularity in the late 1990s as a CGI scripting language, in part due to its parsing abilities. 

In addition to CGI, Perl is used for graphics programming, system administration, network programming, finance, bioinformatics, and other applications. Perl is nicknamed "the Swiss Army chainsaw of programming languages" because of its flexibility and power. It is also referred to as the "duct tape that holds the Internet together", in reference to its ubiquity and perceived inelegance. 

Larry Wall began work on Perl in 1987, while working as a programmer at Unisys, and released version 1.0 to the comp.sources.misc newsgroup on December 18, 1987. The language expanded rapidly over the next few years. 

Perl 2, released in 1988, featured a better regular expression engine. Perl 3, released in 1989, added support for binary data streams. 

Originally the only documentation for Perl was a single (increasingly lengthy) man page. In 1991, Programming Perl, known to many Perl programmers as the "Camel Book" because of its cover, was published and became the de facto reference for the language. At the same time, the Perl version number was bumped to 4, not to mark a major change in the language but to identify the version that was documented by the book.

## Key features

- Compile and run Perl programs
- Enhanced source code editor
- Syntax highlighting
- Import/export programs
- Online language reference
- Program samples

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Compilations for Perl Programming Language | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Compilations for Perl Programming Language | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 23)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/perl-programming-language/id486217730/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Can’t run anything before paying

*2020-11-27, version 13.0*

The program is completely worthless unless you’re ready to pay for the privilege of actually running your script.  It starts you with 0 compilations available.  What a joke.

### 1/5 — FREE is deceiving here

*2017-04-25, version 9.4*

You can download the app for free and run the sample code already given for free. That's it! If you even want to test the app for any other code sample then you have to pay.
IMHO listing app as paid and pricing it to $2.99 would have been a true description. As $2.99 is the payment you have to make to get unlimited compilations.

**Developer response:** You can assess the application for free before purchasing compilations package.

### 1/5 — This isn't free

*2017-04-09*

You have to pay to run a script. And once you do and realize that this app can't handle STDIN, you can't get your money back. Not a perlish way.

### 4/5 — Works, but limitations.

*2016-07-30, version 9.4*

Works fine. Uses online compiler, so it needs internet access to work. 
No easy way to share code between devices.

### 4/5 — Perl on your iPhone. Mostly.

*2015-09-05, version 7.1*

Uses an online interpreter, so you have to be online to execute the peel script. Also, It does not seem possible to include other modules, for instance I can 'use Data::Dumper;' , but I can't 'use JSON;'

### 1/5 — Don't waste your time

*2014-12-13, version 6.2*

Just a front end for you to purchase.

**Developer response:** Just buy compilations and use the application as much as you want!

### 1/5 — Useless unless you buy IAP

*2014-10-29*

This app will not let you compile anything unless you purchase compilation credits

**Developer response:** Unfortunately, we can't offer free compilations with the application.

### 5/5 — Great App!

*2014-05-03, version 4.2*

I am writing a compiler that targets many languages and this app is ideal for my purposes. Keep up the good work!

### 1/5 — Don't bother

*2014-03-02, version 4.2*

Have to buy "compiles" for an interpreted language?  Useless...

**Developer response:** Unfortunately, we can't offer free compilations with the application.

### 5/5 — Review for PERL

*2014-02-25, version 4.2*

I am really happy to have found this app. The ability to edit my PERL program code when away from my computer is really good and I will make use of it often. 
It requires that I set up the input in advance of running the program and that is a little bit inconvenient but I can work with that ok.

## Frequently asked questions about Perl Programming Language

### What can I do with Perl Programming Language?

Perl Programming Language allows you to compile and run your Perl programs directly on your iOS device. It features an enhanced source code editor with syntax highlighting, line numbers, and color themes, making it suitable for studying and complex calculations.

### Is Perl Programming Language free to use?

The application is free to download and use, however, you have to buy compilations inside the application. The price for these compilations is not specified in the provided data.

### What are the limitations of Perl Programming Language?

An internet connection is required to compile and run programs. Graphics, network, file system, and real-time input are not supported. Additionally, programs have a maximum running time of 15 seconds.

### How often is Perl Programming Language updated?

The latest version is 13.0, and it was last updated on November 5, 2019. This indicates a less frequent update cycle for the application.

### What devices does Perl Programming Language support?

Perl Programming Language is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices.

### What is the age rating for Perl Programming Language?

The app has an age rating of 17+, which is typical for applications involving programming or complex content.

### Can I use Perl Programming Language offline?

No, an internet connection is required to compile and run programs within the Perl Programming Language app. Offline functionality is not supported for these core features.

### What is the user sentiment for Perl Programming Language?

The app has a rating of 2.3 stars from 3 ratings, suggesting a generally negative user sentiment based on the limited feedback available.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 13.0 — 2019-11-05

Added iOS 13 support.

### 12.0 — 2019-02-20

Fixed "Bad server response" error.

### 11.1 — 2017-12-05

Fixed issue with quotation marks on iOS 11
Added support of iPhone X

### 9.4 — 2016-05-12

Fixed issues with hardware keyboard.

### 7.1 — 2015-01-11

Full support of iOS 8, iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.
New design of the app icons.
Fixed crash on input fields on "Reference" screen.
Auto indentation was added to the source code editor.

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