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Here you will find Free Info on Installing CGI and/or Perl Scripts ... You'll find some Java Info too!
I see many folks out there complaining about how hard it is to get "scripts" to work. This page is an attempt to offer some free assistance with this situation. Feel free to check out my suggestions and email me with your questions, comments, or tidbits you would like to see added.
This is a constant "Work In Progress" page so feel free to check it often.
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I see many folks out there complaining about how hard it is to get "scripts" to work. This page is an attempt to offer some free assistance with this situation. Feel free to check out my suggestions and email me with your questions, comments, or tidbits you would like to see added.
I hope this is helpful & be sure to check back often for updates!
Opening Commentary
Let's be honest, Ok? It's GREAT that all of the free scripts are out there BUT the instructions are pretty lame. Heck, some of the scripts you pay for are not exactly clear!!! I understand both sides of this situation ... most script authors are true programmers and documentation is not their cup of tea. Also, they have a single perspective in relation to the server and not all servers react the same.
So don't give up! I'm NOT a programmer & I can install, modify, & configure most any script to what I want. If I can do it so can you!!! BUT!!! If you are just not into it, had enough hair pulling or have to get it done in a reasonable amount of time. Drop Me an email Here... I'll be glad to help & I think you'll find my rates are MUCH more reasonable than most. BTW, quick questions & dumb looks are always FREE!!!
Closing Statements
I am providing this information as a service to anyone who can put it to good use. Everything is based on my personal experience and perspective as a script installer, technician, webmaster & regular Joe. However I cannot accept any responsibility to your success or failure. If you have ANY doubts about your ability to handle CGI/Perl installation do seek professional assistance. I will be happy to help so drop me an email Here
Basic Items to Remember!
Note: I don't see a lot of use in going over the VERY BASIC points of CGI when it is readily available all over the Net. Click here to go to one of the top pages for CGI Basics & Tutorials ... also check out Big Nose Bird's Trouble Shooting Page
#1: UPLOAD IN ASCII ...
if you don't every line will have a control-M injected at the end of each line. This will blow it up!!! If you don't know how to do this I recommend you get WS-FTP Pro & read the docs. It's a no-brainer & the Lite Version is free. I do recommend you buy the Pro Version as soon as possible.
#2: KNOW YOUR PATH TO PERL!!!
This varies from server to server. Ask your hosting provider or if you have Telnet access log into your server & type "which perl". Sidenote here ... while your there type "which mail" & "which date" ... write down all of the responses you get. You WILL need them with a script sooner or later.
Get a script called DIAG.CGI from Big Nose Bird's Trouble Shooting Page .... This script will give you almost every bit of info you need for cgi setup. BTW, the BNB site is one of, if not THE, BEST site for budding cgi installers. Another good script for this is CGI_ID.cgi found at The Matrix Vault.
I have found a couple handy little programs for assisting you with this if you don't have Telnet access. FINDPROGRAMS.CGI & HELPER.CGI are real time savers ... get them here. Be sure to read the included text file for instructions.
#3: KNOW YOUR PATH TO ROOT!!!
It is best to know the actual path ... some scripts will work using the virtual path but some will not!!! Ask your hosting provider for this info. The scripts mentioned in #4 will also help with this but they sometimes return the virtual path.
#4: Know how to set permissions!!!
If you don't learn this just hang it up. All files ending in .cgi or .pl MUST be set to 755 minimum. Remember, if you are placing any files that must be written to during script function you MUST set them to at LEAST 666, if this doesn't work try 777. Here's a BIGGIE in regard to those type of files ... the DIRECTORY they are in MUST be set to 777 or it wont work & the error is rather ambiguous!!! Quick Note about SSI calls from .shtml documents ... if they are in a directory other than the root it's a good idea to set those permissions to 777 also. Remember tho' setting anything to 777 opens it up to the world.
#5: Get a script called LASTLINES.CGI from The Matrix Vault ... This script is INVALUABLE for troubleshooting. Another point here. You MUST have access to your error logs when installing CGI/Perl or you might as well hang it up. Without it you might as well be a blind person trying to win a target shooting championship. This is ONE area where the "Good Hosting" point is true. If you don't have access to your error & access logs ... find a new hosting provider!!!
#6: If you are running a script outside of your cgi bin and just can't seem to get it to run. Change the file extension to .pl ... some servers will only allow you to run .cgi in the cgi bin. This is VERY common on NT servers.
NEED MORE?
Here's two GREAT Resources for the Budding Script Installer ....
The Absolute Beginners Guide to CGI!! - Click Here
Learn CGI in 2 Hours - Finally! A guide to perl/cgi scripting for the rest of us - Click Here
Links to CGI How To - All Free!!!
PerlCoder's CGI/Perl Help Page:
Great Tips, Tricks and info for everyone from beginner to experienced. They also have a couple free scripts and some GREAT scripts for sale. If your budget can handle it I HIGHLY recommend that you buy a yearly membership! Click the title to see go to their page THEN click the "Faq & Documents" Link ... the CGI help is at the bottom of that page ... take some time to look around at the other stuff they offer, you wont regret it!
Big Nosed Bird's "New To CGI..." Page:
This is THE page for anyone new CGI/Perl. BNB also has a GREAT HTML & SHTML Pages and so much more. Go there then BOOKMARK IT! Don't miss BNB's General resource, reference & tutorial page. You can get some GREAT coordinated graphics sets to use on your website. Check it out by clicking here.
The Idiot's Guide to Solving Perl CGI Problems:
Personally I would expect a "Idiots Guide" to be very basic. This one is not ... it is a good guide but if your a newbie to CGI it may be a bit intimidating.
FFA Blaster CGI Tutorial:
The FFA Blaster Network has a Great Little Tutorial here that not only covers CGI but includes tips on other New Webmaster issues such as FTP & Password Protecting Directories.
WebReview's Perl "How-to" Articles:
Not for the "Newbie" Scripter but a great learning resource for those of you who want to be the next BMOC in the CGI/Perl world.
Script School:
Learn CGI & PHP coding Online ... Please note that they cater to Adult & Non-Adult webmasters. If you have a problem with that just don't go to the site.
Coding Domain:
Coding Domain has a good article called " CGI Programming: Installing Perl Programs" that should be a big help.
Links to Script Sites - Some Free ... Some Not!!!
Hot Scripts:
Great Script List site ... I always look here first. Go there then BOOKMARK IT!
ScriptSearch:
Another Great Script List site ... I always look here Second. Go there then BOOKMARK IT!
CGI-Resource:
Another Great Script List site ... One of the oldest around. Learning resources also found here!
PHP-Resource:
PHP Script List site from the owners of CGI Resource ... Learning resources also found here!
24 Fun:
One of the Net's best kept secrets ... 24Fun.com has a nice selection of Java Scripts! Sign up for their newsletter and receive scripts in your email.
JavaScript Source:
Just like the name says ... good resource for Java Script relate scripts, tutorials and more!
ALWAYS Remember to RTFM!!!
(Check the Glossery if you don't know what that means!)
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Posted by: ASUService on Saturday, March 23, 2002 - 08:48 AM
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