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Install a PHP PEAR package or Perl module

Add a code library only when an application requires it.

Where Tools → Software → PHP PEAR Packages / Perl Modules

Before you start

  • Get the exact trusted package name and version requirements from the developer.
  • Check whether the project already manages dependencies another way. Do not mix approaches without a plan.

Steps

  1. 1

    Open PHP PEAR Packages for a PEAR library, or Perl Modules for a Perl library. These are separate ecosystems.

  2. 2

    Use Find a module to search by name, or Show Available Modules to browse the catalogue. Review the package identity and requirements before selecting an install action.

  3. 3

    Review the installation result and dependencies. Test the application feature requiring the module. Remove or update a package only after checking whether another app uses it.

  4. 4

    Review the Module Install Path and the page’s instructions for using installed modules. Account-local libraries may need their path added to the application configuration.

    PEAR package search, installation path and install controls.
  5. 5

    If you already know the exact package name, enter it in the install-by-name field and use Install Now only after checking it. This downloads and installs code into your account.

    Perl Modules provides a separate library installer.

Check it worked

  • The package appears in the installed list without an error.
  • The application can load the library from the correct path.