The R Programming Starter Course is a comprehensive introduction to R programming fundamentals using Microsoft Visual Studio Code. This course begins with essential setup and environment configuration, then progresses through core programming concepts including variables, data types, and basic data structures. You'll learn how to write and organize R code effectively, create functions, and implement control flow logic. Through hands-on labs and practical assignments, you'll gain experience working with vectors, matrices, and data frames while developing good programming practices. This course provides the foundational skills needed for data analysis and programming in R, preparing you for more advanced topics in data manipulation and analysis. Whether you're new to programming or transitioning from another language, you'll build the fundamental knowledge needed to start your journey in R programming.
The R Programming Starter Course
Instructor: Microsoft
Access provided by Mirpur University of Science and Technology
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July 2025
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There are 2 modules in this course
In this course, you'll become familiar with R, a language used to organize, analyze, and visualize data in your workplace. You will set up your workspace in Microsoft Visual Studio Code, learn how to navigate the basic interface, and start writing your first simple commands.
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4 videos7 readings3 assignments2 ungraded labs
In Module 2, you'll learn important building blocks for working comfortably with data using R. You will practice creating and using variables, managing different kinds of data structures, like vectors and tables, and start making decisions in your code using conditional statements and loops. You will also write simple, reusable functions to save time and handle common workplace tasks effectively.
What's included
7 videos11 readings2 assignments1 programming assignment3 ungraded labs
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