What are the common pitfalls in targets branching that this skill addresses?

It provides solutions for common errors such as trying to reference external objects in dynamic patterns, failing to use symbols for function names in tar_map, and missing the 'unlist = FALSE' argument when combining mapped targets.

When should I choose static branching over dynamic branching?

Use static branching (tar_map) when your iterations are known before running the pipeline and you want friendly, readable target names in your DAG. Use dynamic branching when the number of branches depends on data calculated during runtime or when scaling to thousands of targets.

How does this skill handle simulation replications?

The skill provides patterns for tar_rep and tar_map_rep, which allow you to efficiently batch hundreds or thousands of simulations within a controlled pipeline structure, preventing DAG bloat while maintaining reproducibility.

Can this skill help me create reusable pipeline components?

Yes, it includes specialized patterns for 'Target Factories'—custom functions that return pre-configured target objects using metaprogramming, allowing you to standardize complex sub-workflows across different projects.

Complex R Targets Pipelines

Name: Complex R Targets Pipelines
Author: jsperger

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データサイエンスとML

Orchestrates advanced R data pipelines using complex branching patterns, custom target factories, and efficient iteration strategies.

概要

This skill provides specialized guidance for R developers using the targets ecosystem to manage sophisticated data workflows. It focuses on high-level orchestration techniques such as static and dynamic branching, hybrid patterns for simulation studies, and the creation of reusable target factories. By leveraging this skill, developers can efficiently handle parameter sweeps, method comparisons, and large-scale batch processing while maintaining clean, maintainable, and debuggable Directed Acyclic Graphs (DAGs). It is an essential tool for data scientists and R programmers who have outgrown basic pipeline structures and require scalable automation.

主な機能

Implementation of static branching with tar_map and tar_combine for readable DAGs
Scalable dynamic branching patterns using map, cross, and slice functions
Advanced pipeline debugging and validation using tar_manifest and tar_meta
Hybrid branching strategies for complex simulation studies and replications
1 GitHub stars
Development of reusable target factories for encapsulating multi-target patterns

ユースケース

Creating modular, domain-specific pipeline components for large-scale data engineering projects
Benchmarking multiple statistical models across varied datasets with distinct target names
Running high-volume simulation studies with batched replications and tidy-evaluation

概要

主な機能

Implementation of static branching with tar_map and tar_combine for readable DAGs
Scalable dynamic branching patterns using map, cross, and slice functions
Advanced pipeline debugging and validation using tar_manifest and tar_meta
Hybrid branching strategies for complex simulation studies and replications
1 GitHub stars
Development of reusable target factories for encapsulating multi-target patterns

ユースケース

Creating modular, domain-specific pipeline components for large-scale data engineering projects
Benchmarking multiple statistical models across varied datasets with distinct target names
Running high-volume simulation studies with batched replications and tidy-evaluation