The Art of R Programming: A Tour of Statistical Software Design - Norman Matloff

Descriere The Art of R Programming: A Tour of Statistical Software Design - Norman Matloff

Matloff takes readers on a guided tour of this powerful language, from basic object types and data structures to graphing, parallel processing, and much more. Along the way, readers learn about topics including functional and object-oriented programming, low-level code optimization, and interfacing R with C++ and Python. \nR is the world's most popular language for developing statistical software: Archaeologists use it to track the spread of ancient civilizations, drug companies use it to discover which medications are safe and effective, and actuaries use it to assess financial risks and keep economies running smoothly. \nThe Art of R Programming takes you on a guided tour of software development with R, from basic types and data structures to advanced topics like closures, recursion, and anonymous functions. No statistical knowledge is required, and your programming skills can range from hobbyist to pro. \n \nAlong the way, you'll learn about functional and object-oriented programming, running mathematical simulations, and rearranging complex data into simpler, more useful formats. You'll also learn to: \n-Create artful graphs to visualize complex data sets and functions \n-Write more efficient code using parallel R and vectorization \n-Interface R with C/C++ and Python for increased speed or functionality \n-Find new R packages for text analysis, image manipulation, and more \n-Squash annoying bugs with advanced debugging techniques \n \nWhether you're designing aircraft, forecasting the weather, or you just need to tame your data, The Art of R Programming is your guide to harnessing the power of statistical computing.\n

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No Starch Press

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ENSTK

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9781593273842

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