What’s New in R: May 12, 2025
Welcome to this week’s edition of What’s New in R! This week, we’re featuring a guide on getting your Quarto projects out into the world with GitHub Pages, a personal journey into R programming, and a new package for working with colors. Let’s dive in!
Sketchy Waffle Charts in R
Nicola Rennie has written an intriguing blog post about creating sketchy waffle charts in R. This creative visualization approach adds a hand-drawn aesthetic to traditional waffle charts, making them both engaging and informative. The post provides a step-by-step guide on how to implement this style using R, offering a unique way to present data.
Historydata: Access Historical Datasets
The {historydata} package, maintained by the rOpenSci team, is a treasure trove for historians and data enthusiasts alike. It provides access to a wide array of historical datasets, making it easier to explore and analyze historical trends and patterns. Whether you’re a researcher or just curious about history, this package is a valuable resource for accessing structured historical data.
Importing Data from ZIP Files
A tip so small it fits within a Bluesky post: Andrew Heiss shows that you can import a whole set of CSV files within a zip file. If you’ve ever gotten data in this way, this can be a game changer!
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