The R and R Markdown Cheat Sheet is a quick reference guide that provides an overview of the syntax and functions used in the R programming language and R Markdown. It helps users write and format code in R and create dynamic documents with embedded code, visualizations, and narrative text using R Markdown.
Q: What is R?
A: R is a programming language and software environment for statistical computing and graphics.
Q: What is R Markdown?
A: R Markdown is a simple formatting syntax for authoring HTML, PDF, and MS Word documents.
Q: How is R Markdown different from regular Markdown?
A: R Markdown allows you to embed R code chunks and display the output inline.
Q: What are some advantages of using R Markdown?
A: R Markdown combines the ability to write text and code in the same document, making it easy to document and reproduce your data analysis workflow.
Q: How do I create an R Markdown document?
A: You can create an R Markdown document using the RStudio IDE or any text editor.
Q: What file extension is used for R Markdown documents?
A: R Markdown documents have a .Rmd file extension.
Q: Can I customize the output format of my R Markdown document?
A: Yes, you can customize the output format by specifying options in the YAML metadata at the beginning of your R Markdown document.
Q: How do I knit an R Markdown document?
A: To knit an R Markdown document, click the 'Knit' button in the RStudio toolbar.