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perl-share-files

Access packaged share files in Perl distributions via File::ShareDir APIs.

8|1|Updated Mar 14, 2026
Search Tags:#distribution#perl#runtime-access#share-files#file-share-dir#dzil
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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

File::ShareDir enables Perl distributions to ship and access non-code data files (templates, schemas, configs, and other share data) at runtime without hard-coding paths or embedding data in code.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Runtime access to distribution share files via dist_dir, dist_file, module_dir, and module_file.
  • Development fallback patterns to locate share data during development when not installed.
  • Supports use in testing and packaging workflows for templates, schemas, configs, and other data bundled with a distribution.

Quick Start

Install File::ShareDir and start accessing a packaged share file from your distribution.

Frequently Asked Questions about perl-share-files

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I access non-code data files packaged with a Perl distribution at runtime?▼

Access share files in Perl distributions at runtime using File::ShareDir APIs like dist_dir, dist_file, module_dir, and module_file to locate templates, schemas, and configs without hard-coding paths.

What is the best way to ship templates and config files with a Perl module?▼

Ship templates and configs with Perl distributions by packaging them as share data and using File::ShareDir to locate them at runtime, keeping non-code data separate from embedded logic.

How do I locate share files during Perl development before a distribution is installed?▼

Locate share files during development using File::ShareDir development fallback patterns, which find distribution data before installation so testing and packaging workflows function correctly.

Does File::ShareDir work with Dist::Zilla for packaging share data?▼

File::ShareDir works with Dist::Zilla packaging workflows to bundle and access share data, supporting per-distribution file lookups for templates, schemas, and configs during both development and runtime.

Can I use File::ShareDir to access per-module data files instead of per-distribution files?▼

Access per-module data files using File::ShareDir's module_dir and module_file APIs, which provide lookups scoped to specific modules rather than the entire distribution.

Why are my Perl distribution share files not found during testing?▼

Share files are not found during testing when development fallbacks are missing; File::ShareDir provides testing helpers and fallback patterns to locate share data before the distribution is installed.

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