Regular expressions are such a powerful tool for manipulating text and data that anyone who uses a computer can benefit from them. Composed of a mixture of symbols and text, regular expressions can be an outlet for creativity, for brilliant programming, and for the elegant solution. While a command of regular expressions is an invaluable skill, all there is to know about them fills a very large volume, and you don't always have time to thumb through hundreds of pages each time a question arises. The answer is the Regular Expression Pocket Reference. Concise and easy-to-use, this little book is the portable companion to Mastering Regular Expressions.
This handy guide offers programmers a complete overview of the syntax and semantics of regular expressions that are at the heart of every text-processing application. Ideal as an introduction for beginners and a quick reference for advanced programmers, Regular Expression Pocket Reference is a comprehensive guide to regular expression APIs for C, Perl, PHP,Java, .NET, Python, vi, and the POSIX regular expression libraries.
O'Reilly's Pocket References have become a favorite among programmers everywhere. By providing a wealth of important details in a concise, well-organized format, these handy books deliver just what you need to complete the task at hand. When you've reached a sticking point and need to get to a solution quickly, the new Regular Expression Pocket Reference is the book you'll want to have.
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Tony Stubblebine, writes Perl and regular expressions for O'Reilly. Previously he held the titles of Web Peasant and Rogue Developer while hacking Perl for MasterCard International. He is also the Social Director and Senior Nightlife Correspondent for the O'Reilly Network.
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For someone who develops in multiple languages this book is extremely beneficial. You can use this book for a quick and thorough
reference and it covers many platforms. However, this book is not for beginners. If you are new to regex, then this book is not for you!.
One minor drawback I would say is that because this book tries to cover too many platforms and as such it doesn't go into details on each language,
but otherwise, this book is a great reference book for regex.
reference and it covers many platforms. However, this book is not for beginners. If you are new to regex, then this book is not for you!.
One minor drawback I would say is that because this book tries to cover too many platforms and as such it doesn't go into details on each language,
but otherwise, this book is a great reference book for regex.
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I love this series of books (the C#, C++ and STL pocket refs are my favorite), but the Regular Expression pocket ref tries to cover too many implementations. You only get about 10 pages for each language so, unless you use multiple implementations (e.g. C#/.NET, Perl, JavaScript, etc), this just isn't good value for money. I returned my copy and printed out a quick reference from one of the many Internet programming sites.
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Real programmers are regularly expressive. The concept is as important to programming languages and utilities as pointers are to "c". You can work your way around regular expression but you will never be great until you master them.
An advantage and a disadvantage is that instead of concentrating on UNIX we get sidetracked on many secondary and transitory environments. The advantage is you can talk regular expressions with everyone. The disadvantage is I prefer concentration on AIX, HP/UX, SCO, SUN and other real programming environments; they could show all the different commands and integrated regular expressions.
Definition: Regular expressions are a language used for parsing and manipulating text. They are often used to perform complex search-and-replace operations and to validate the text data is Well-formed.
I use a lot of vi and sed so regular expression is regularly used.
Bottom line is there are better books for specific environments. This one crosses over disciplines and you never know with whom you may need to converse.
An advantage and a disadvantage is that instead of concentrating on UNIX we get sidetracked on many secondary and transitory environments. The advantage is you can talk regular expressions with everyone. The disadvantage is I prefer concentration on AIX, HP/UX, SCO, SUN and other real programming environments; they could show all the different commands and integrated regular expressions.
Definition: Regular expressions are a language used for parsing and manipulating text. They are often used to perform complex search-and-replace operations and to validate the text data is Well-formed.
I use a lot of vi and sed so regular expression is regularly used.
Bottom line is there are better books for specific environments. This one crosses over disciplines and you never know with whom you may need to converse.
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Too Many Implementations?
Based on the .NET chapter it would appear that the author tackled too many implementations. It looked like all of the .NET stuff came from the SDK, sans discussion & examples. Read more
Published on May 29 2004
5.0 out of 5 stars
An Excellent Regex Reference
I recommend getting this book
if you feel comfortable with regular expressions
and regular expressions are important to you. Read more
if you feel comfortable with regular expressions
and regular expressions are important to you. Read more
Published on Mar 10 2004 by George Woolley of Oakland Perl Mongers
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Regarding the DavidPerry Review
Nice cut and paste of the Ann Coulter book review. I particularly liked the "Menckenesque invective" comment which made me think that I had remembered reading it... Read more
Published on Feb 24 2004 by Evan A. Bonnett
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Undeniably brilliant!!!
"Regular Expression Pocket Reference" is one of the hottest and most controversial books of the year! Read more
Published on Dec 22 2003 by "davidperry17"
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Perfect for looking up that question
If you've ever picked up a copy of O'Reilly's Mastering Regular Expressions, then you'll feel right at home with this book. Read more
Published on Dec 7 2003 by ueberhund
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great reference, but not a tutorial
The editorial blurb on this book suggests that it can be used as a tutorial by those new to regular expressions. That's not the case. Read more
Published on Nov 20 2003 by David C. Veeneman
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EXCELLENT reference
I totally love this little book! I love how the author cross-references with the Regular Expressions book, it makes getting into the gory details much easier. Read more
Published on Nov 8 2003 by brent michalski
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Extremely Beneficial
I've been programming with perl for seven years. I've always found it cumbersome trying to remember everything that regular expressions have to offer. Read more
Published on Sep 30 2003 by Brian Rehg
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All that and a bag of chips
I found this guide very useful. I learned a whole slew of new expressions to incorporate into my everyday vocabulary. Read more
Published on Sep 17 2003
4.0 out of 5 stars
very useful little book
Nice compendium, flip thru this before tackling Friedl's Reg Ex book. Pocket refs're 7" high, <100 pages, so there's lots that could be added, some things to cut out. Read more
Published on Sep 9 2003
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