Git module can now assist in patching CPAN modules.
Git::CPAN::Patch is a Perl module that provides a suite of git commands to facilitate the process of grabbing a distribution off CPAN, saving it in a local git repository, making modifications and then sending back patches to the maintainer. It is a highly efficient tool that simplifies these steps, making it trivially easy.
To start using Git::CPAN::Patch, simply import a module and create a local repository by executing the following commands: create a directory and change into it, then initialize git with the command git cpan-init Foo::Bar.
Once you have completed your hacking, the best practice is to work in a branch. To create a new branch, use the git checkout -b command, followed by the name of the new branch, for example, git checkout -b blah. This creates the new branch and switches to it.
After making the necessary modifications to the code, commit the changes with the command git commit -am "message" and then submit your patches to RT using git cpan-sendpatch --compose.
An essential feature of Git::CPAN::Patch is the ability to update the module easily. To do this, use the command git cpan-update. It automatically rebases the current branch, ensuring that the repository is up to date with the latest changes.
Overall, Git::CPAN::Patch is an invaluable tool for developers who want to work efficiently on modules from CPAN. Its easy-to-use interface, branch management features and automated patch submission make it an excellent choice for developers of all experience levels.
To start using Git::CPAN::Patch, simply import a module and create a local repository by executing the following commands: create a directory and change into it, then initialize git with the command git cpan-init Foo::Bar.
Once you have completed your hacking, the best practice is to work in a branch. To create a new branch, use the git checkout -b command, followed by the name of the new branch, for example, git checkout -b blah. This creates the new branch and switches to it.
After making the necessary modifications to the code, commit the changes with the command git commit -am "message" and then submit your patches to RT using git cpan-sendpatch --compose.
An essential feature of Git::CPAN::Patch is the ability to update the module easily. To do this, use the command git cpan-update. It automatically rebases the current branch, ensuring that the repository is up to date with the latest changes.
Overall, Git::CPAN::Patch is an invaluable tool for developers who want to work efficiently on modules from CPAN. Its easy-to-use interface, branch management features and automated patch submission make it an excellent choice for developers of all experience levels.
What's New
Version 0.2.1: N/A