Focusing on R's plotting functions, this guide provides a comprehensive reference for mastering syntax and formatting in graphics and statistics. It simplifies the process of creating effective visualizations, making it accessible for users at all levels. The book emphasizes practical applications and offers clear examples to enhance understanding and improve plotting skills. Perfect for anyone looking to elevate their data visualization capabilities in R.
This handy reference book detailing the intricacies of R updates the popular first edition by adding R version 3.4 and 3.5 features. Starting with the basic structure of R, the book takes you on a journey through the terminology used in R and the syntax required to make R work. You will find looking up the correct form for an expression quick and easy. Some of the new material includes information on RStudio, S4 syntax, working with character strings, and an example using the Twitter API. With a copy of the R Quick Syntax Reference in hand, you will find that you are able to use the multitude of functions available in R and are even able to write your own functions to explore and analyze data. What You Will Learn Discover the modes and classes of R objects and how to use them Use both packaged and user-created functions in R Import/export data and create new data objects in R Create descriptive functions and manipulate objects in R Take advantage of flow control and conditional statements Work with packages such as base, stats, and graphics Who This Book Is For Those with programming experience, either new to R, or those with at least some exposure to R but who are new to the latest version.
Focusing on version 4.x features, this reference book provides a comprehensive overview of R's syntax and significant updates, including enhancements to strings and reference counting. It serves as a valuable guide for users looking to navigate the complexities and improvements introduced in this version, making it an essential resource for both beginners and experienced programmers.