Yes: I do use CPAN modules...But only in my home computer...
I'm sitting @workplace which has certain restrictions...
It's not just the perl modules (CPAN), I can't download any files (ANY) from anywhere.
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If the inability to download files is your biggest hurdle, you can just build a CPAN mirror with CPAN::Mini, store it on a USB stick (it's about ~1GB in size, smaller if you exclude all Acme modules), and take it to your work computer.
Perl 6 - links to (nearly) everything that is Perl 6.
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moritz:
Just a general note: At many institutions, even the USB keys are locked down so you can't use 'em. It can be a real chore to get permission to get code onto systems. I've had to fight that battle at previous places of employment. For production systems, it can be a tremendous pain. Luckily, I could install CPAN modules onto my personal computer, so for many tasks like the OPs, I'd develop a one-off on my own computer to automate a task.
...roboticus
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It seems like every time I run across these "Yes you can use CPAN" threads you guys are basically encouraging someone to make a potentially career limiting move by circumventing company policies (an especially bad idea given the current economy and how high unemployment is). Granted, the OP is usually vague on this point, so what I would suggest is that you specifically ask about it first -- for example try: "Is there a company policy against using unapproved code?" -- and if there is just let the issue drop.
Elda Taluta; Sarks Sark; Ark Arks
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