dpkgutils
dpkgutils is a collection of Perl modules and scripts designed to assist with the development and management of Debian packages. It provides tools and functions that simplify common tasks related to creating, manipulating, and inspecting Debian archive files (.deb). These utilities are particularly useful for package maintainers and developers working within the Debian ecosystem.
One of the core components of dpkgutils is its ability to programmatically interact with dpkg, the low-level
The modules within dpkgutils offer a Perl API for accessing and modifying Debian control information, which
Furthermore, dpkgutils includes command-line utilities that wrap some of these functionalities, making them accessible to users