Localization and Perl

4/1/2015

This webpage is a documentation page for the Perl module 'Locale::Maketext'. It includes a section titled 'A Localization Horror Story: It Could Happen To You'. The section recounts a real-life incident where the lack of proper localization led to a significant problem in a software product. It emphasizes the importance of handling localization correctly and provides insights into the potential challenges developers may face when dealing with translations and cultural differences. The article serves as a cautionary tale and offers guidance on best practices for localization in software development.

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