Perl References
Perl is one of my all-time favorite languages for getting things done. If I don't have a particular reason not to, I will normally pick Perl to solve a problem.
Unlike many languages, Perl doesn't force you into a particular style of programming. Although sometimes seen as a write-only language, many really good programmers write clean, maintainable, elegant Perl code.
If you are in the Houston area, the Houston Perl Mongers meetings are open to the public. We have monthly meetings, where someone presents on a Perl-related topic. Questions, topics, and expertise is always welcome.
The following links are Perl references that I have used in the past or use regularly now.