This software enables the use of Apache::* modules with CGI::Application, avoiding interference. It can be used to streamline web applications built with CGI::Application and ensure smooth functionality.
CGI::Application::Plugin::Apache is a Perl module that provides a valuable solution to one of CGI::Application's most significant annoyances: using Apache::* modules without causing interference. It is ideal for a pure mod_perl (1.0 or 2.0) environment, as it avoids using CGI.pm's bloat and enables access to the performance of Apache::* modules.
To use the plugin, users must first use base 'CGI::Application' and then include CGI::Application::Plugin::Apache qw(:all) in their code. Once implemented, users will have access to Apache::* modules without interference.
The plugin does two things: it uses Apache::Request as the $self->query object, eliminating the need to create a CGI.pm object, and it overrides the way CGI::Application creates and prints its HTTP headers. Previously, CGI::Application used CGI.pm's header() and redirect() methods. Now, Apache->send_http_header() method is used instead, providing an alternative with added benefits. This enables the use of other Apache::* modules that may also create outgoing headers (such as Apache::Cookie) without conflating them with CGI::Application.
This plugin is an excellent solution to one of CGI::Application's most significant challenges. It provides a more efficient means of using Apache::* modules and enables their use without interfering with other modules. It is highly recommended for those seeking to streamline their code and optimize performance.
To use the plugin, users must first use base 'CGI::Application' and then include CGI::Application::Plugin::Apache qw(:all) in their code. Once implemented, users will have access to Apache::* modules without interference.
The plugin does two things: it uses Apache::Request as the $self->query object, eliminating the need to create a CGI.pm object, and it overrides the way CGI::Application creates and prints its HTTP headers. Previously, CGI::Application used CGI.pm's header() and redirect() methods. Now, Apache->send_http_header() method is used instead, providing an alternative with added benefits. This enables the use of other Apache::* modules that may also create outgoing headers (such as Apache::Cookie) without conflating them with CGI::Application.
This plugin is an excellent solution to one of CGI::Application's most significant challenges. It provides a more efficient means of using Apache::* modules and enables their use without interfering with other modules. It is highly recommended for those seeking to streamline their code and optimize performance.
What's New
Version 1.01: N/A