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Matt S Trout: Perl Innovator and Open Source Pioneer

Created on: 2025-07-09 15:59:07
Last updated: 2025-07-09 15:59:45

Matt S Trout Timeline

A comprehensive timeline documenting the life and career of Matt S Trout (mst), the British software developer and Perl programming language innovator who created DBIx::Class, co-founded the Catalyst web framework, established Shadowcat Systems, and became one of the most influential figures in modern Perl development, known for his technical brilliance, mentorship of developers, and significant contributions to open source software that have shaped web development and database abstraction layers worldwide.

Key Themes

  • Early Programming and Technical Development
  • Perl Community Leadership and Innovation
  • DBIx::Class Creation and ORM Revolution
  • Catalyst Framework Co-Development
  • Shadowcat Systems Business Leadership
  • Open Source Philosophy and Community Building
  • Legacy as Perl Ecosystem Architect
Note: This timeline focuses on publicly documented information about Matt S Trout's professional contributions to software development.

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