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What does it mean?
Perl’s modules tend to be multi‑purpose rather than single‑purpose.
In plain terms
Perl tools usually do many things.
What can you take from it?
Expect Perl code to be flexible.

Where it applies

  • writing scripts
  • maintaining code

Putting it to work

  • reuse functions across tasks

Questions to consider

  • How does this affect code readability?

Another view

Multi‑purpose design can lead to complexity.

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