installr
An R package for installing and updating software on Windows, with special focus on R itself and development tools.
What is installr?
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.
Overview
Functions for installing softwares from within R
Use Cases
Best For
- Automatically updating R to the latest version on Windows
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