How can I send XML data from Perl CGI script?

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I have no experience with CGI scripts or any web development. I'm developing a client app and just want to have a small CGI script to send and retrieve XML data to test out my client.

Right now I'm doing a HTTP GET to get the XML files I need. Now I'm changing my client to do POST with request containing XML data and expecting XML back. I want to have a small script that just returns the contents of an XML file that i already have.

Can anybody please point me to sample code or perl modules that would help.

Thanks!! I'm just reading through some CGI tutorials and will try using this module. — user127091
– user127091, Commented Apr 29, 2010 at 17:56

brian d foy · Accepted Answer · 2010-04-29 16:29:24Z

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As with anything you want to send as a response to a CGI invocation, select the right MIME type and write the appropriate data in the message body.

Since you say that you have no experience with CGI, try looking through some CGI tutorials to get acquainted with the technology. :)

answered Apr 29, 2010 at 16:29

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Paul Nathan · Accepted Answer · 2010-04-29 17:48:45Z

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I would suggest giving XML::Simple a spin.

answered Apr 29, 2010 at 17:48

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