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R Programming: Getting Started and Installation
Learn the basics of the R programming languagePreview the first lesson free — get full access to all 4 lessons.
Beginner Provider : David Christensen 4 Lessons · 14m in Arabic, German, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese
Course Description
In these lessons, you’ll get an overview of the R programming language. You will learn how to install R and RStudio on your Windows computer, ensuring that you have the necessary tools to begin programming in R. We will access online resources and walk through the entire process to get the necessary tools up and running on your Windows machine. Additionally, you’ll familiarize yourself with the RStudio interface, including the console, script panel, and other key features.
With clear and concise explanations, we’ll help you get comfortable with the main environment that enables all of the R programming topics covered in this course. By the end of these lessons, you will be able to execute R code, create and save R scripts, and navigate the RStudio interface with ease.
What You'll Learn
- Install R and RStudio on a Windows computer
- Navigate the RStudio interface, including the console and script panel
- Execute R code within the RStudio environment
- Create and save R scripts
- Access online resources to get the necessary R tools up and running
Key Takeaways
- The course provides an overview of the R programming language and the tools needed to begin programming in R.
- It walks through the entire process of installing R and RStudio on a Windows machine.
- Learners become familiar with key RStudio features such as the console and script panel.
- By the end of the lessons, learners can execute R code, create and save R scripts, and navigate the RStudio interface with ease.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I learn in this course?
You will get an overview of the R programming language, learn how to install R and RStudio on a Windows computer, familiarize yourself with the RStudio interface, and learn to execute R code and create and save R scripts.
What operating system does this course cover for installation?
The course covers installing R and RStudio on a Windows computer, walking through the entire process to get the tools running on a Windows machine.
What topics do the lessons cover?
The lessons cover why to use R, installing R on Windows, installing RStudio on Windows, and getting familiar with the RStudio interface.
What skills are associated with this course?
The course relates to R (Programming Language), R Base, RStudio, Shiny (R Package), Tutorials, and Windows Programming.
