What are the different data types in Perl?

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Answer: Different Data Types in Perl

Different Data Types in Perl

In Perl, the main data types are:

  • Scalar: Represents single values like numbers or strings.
  • Array: Stores ordered lists of scalars.
  • Hash: Stores key-value pairs.
  • Scalar reference: Refers to a scalar value.
  • Array reference: Refers to an array.
  • Hash reference: Refers to a hash.

Understanding these data types is essential for efficient programming in Perl.

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