What is CPAN testers and Kwalitee in Perl?

The CPAN Testers are a network of volunteers who run tests on Perl distributions available on CPAN (Comprehensive Perl Archive Network). They help ensure that Perl modules are functional and compatible with different operating systems and Perl versions. The results of these tests are publicly available, allowing developers to make informed decisions about which modules to use.

Kwalitee, on the other hand, is a measure of the quality of Perl modules on CPAN. It encompasses various criteria such as testing coverage, documentation completeness, and coding standards. Tools like CPAN::Kwalitee assess and provide scores for different aspects of a module's quality, helping maintainers to improve their distributions.


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