perl-patterns

Enforce modern Perl 5.36+ idioms and secure coding patterns.

Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/luongldptit/move-ticket --skill perl-patterns-luongldptit
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: perl-patterns
Source: https://github.com/luongldptit/move-ticket/tree/main/.agent/skills/perl-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/luongldptit/move-ticket --skill perl-patterns-luongldptit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the pain points of legacy Perl codebases that are difficult to maintain, prone to security vulnerabilities (such as shell injection from two-argument file opens), and fail to leverage modern language features that improve code readability and reliability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Modern Perl Idioms: Provides up-to-date patterns for Perl 5.36+ including subroutine signatures, postfix dereferencing, native type checking, and context-aware operations.
  • Secure & Maintainable Code: Includes best practices for error handling, object-oriented design with Moo, safe file I/O, and common anti-patterns to avoid.
  • Use Case: For example, when refactoring a legacy Perl script that uses manual argument unpacking and outdated open calls, this Skill guides you to update it to use the v5.36 pragma, subroutine signatures, and three-argument open with autodie for cleaner, safer code.

Quick Start

Use the perl-patterns skill to update your existing Perl module to use modern v5.36 idioms including subroutine signatures and Moo for object-oriented design.

Frequently Asked Questions about perl-patterns

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I refactor legacy Perl scripts to use modern 5.36 best practices?

Modern Perl 5.36 best practices resolve technical debt by replacing manual argument unpacking with subroutine signatures and two-argument open calls with three-argument open, preventing shell injection vulnerabilities for secure, maintainable codebases.

What are common Perl anti-patterns that cause security vulnerabilities?

Common Perl anti-patterns causing security vulnerabilities include two-argument file opens risking shell injection and outdated manual argument unpacking. Applying modern 5.36 idioms, secure file I/O, and autodie eliminates these risks.

How do I set up object-oriented Perl modules with Moo?

Object-oriented Perl modules with Moo are set up by applying modern v5.36 idioms and established best practices. This standardizes object-oriented design, ensuring readable, maintainable, and secure module architecture for new Perl development.

Does this Perl refactoring approach support codebases running on older Perl versions?

This Perl refactoring approach targets Perl 5.36+ specifically, enforcing modern language idioms like subroutine signatures and native type checking. It is not suited for older Perl versions because it eliminates technical debt by requiring these updated features.

What is the best way to handle file I/O operations securely in Perl?

The best way to handle file I/O operations securely in Perl is using three-argument open with autodie. This modern 5.36+ best practice replaces vulnerable two-argument opens, preventing shell injection and ensuring standardized error handling.