Writing Better R Code
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Indiana University Workshop in Methods
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Abstract
This workshop provides intermediate users with an overview of intermediate and advanced techniques for programming using R. The workshop will emphasize well known approaches for improving the performance of R codes. Some previous knowledge of R is recommended since the course will not go into specific details of R syntax. Some familiarity with C/C++ is also recommended.
Topics will include:
- Improving Loops' Performance in R
- Using Plys
- Vectorization
- Rcpp
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Hui Zhang is a research software engineer with Research Analytics. He has worked on several projects that have used R and R libraries in the NSF funded Stampede project.
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Workshop in Methods, programming, R (software), statistical methods, research methods