An R package for installing and updating software on Windows, with special focus on R itself and development tools.
installr is an R package that provides functions for installing and updating software on Windows operating systems. It specifically focuses on automating the update process for R itself and installing software commonly used in R development and reproducible research workflows. The package addresses the manual steps Windows users typically face when maintaining their R environment.
R users on Windows who need to maintain their R installation and development environment, particularly those who want to automate software setup for reproducible research or development workflows.
Developers choose installr because it brings Linux-style package management convenience to Windows, automating tedious installation processes through simple R functions and a graphical interface, saving time and reducing manual errors.
Functions for installing softwares from within R
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The updateR() function automatically downloads and installs the latest R version for Windows, handling all manual steps in a single call.
Provides a GUI to select and install software like git, RTools, and MikTeX, making setup user-friendly for Windows R users.
Allows sequential installation of multiple packages without intervention, streamlining environment setup for reproducible research.
Tailored to automate tedious Windows installation processes, bringing Linux-like package management to R workflows.
Marked as unsupported with no active maintenance, risking compatibility issues and lack of bug fixes, as noted in the README badge.
Exclusively works on Windows OS, excluding users on macOS or Linux, which limits its utility in mixed environments.
Requires R to be installed and running, adding complexity for non-R users or automated scripts outside R ecosystems.
Troubleshooting section mentions errors with URL schemes, indicating occasional download failures and dependency on external sources.