Description

This introductory workshop is intended for Penn undergraduate students, graduate students, predocs, postdocs, faculty, and staff who are new to digital tools with object-oriented programming (designing code around data). The session is suited to learners interested in using R for assignments, research, teaching, service, or the job market. This workshop provides an orientation to R and RStudio as a step toward understanding R code and supporting data analysis (systematically handling and interpreting data) in R.

After this workshop, learners should be able to

• Navigate RStudio
• Work with values and objects
• Use functions and libraries

Expectations

• Code-along with instructor: 55 min.
• Solo/Group practice: 20 min.
• Lecture: 15 min.

Requirements

1. Install R and RStudio OR plan to use the Lippincott Library’s on-site computers