Does this skill support Tidyverse conventions?

Yes, it provides specific guidelines for using modern tidyverse patterns like data masking, tidy-selection, and functional programming conventions.

Does it cover package testing in R?

Yes, it includes patterns for unit tests, integration tests, and snapshot testing using the testthat framework (3rd edition).

Is this useful for preparing a CRAN submission?

Yes, it includes a comprehensive release checklist to ensure your package passes devtools::check() with zero errors, warnings, or notes.

How does it help with R package dependency management?

It offers a decision framework to help you choose between using Base R and adding external dependencies to minimize your package's maintenance burden.

Can it help me document my R functions?

Absolutely, it provides templates and best practices for roxygen2 headers, including @param, @return, and @export tags for automated NAMESPACE generation.

R Package Development Guide

Name: R Package Development Guide
Author: ab604

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数据科学与机器学习

Provides expert guidance and implementation patterns for building robust, CRAN-compliant R packages.

The R Package Development skill equips Claude with specialized knowledge to guide developers through the entire lifecycle of R package creation. It offers standardized patterns for dependency management (Base R vs. Tidyverse), modern API design using tidyverse principles, and comprehensive error handling with the cli and rlang packages. Whether you are structuring a new package directory, documenting functions with roxygen2, or preparing for a CRAN release, this skill ensures your R code follows industry-standard best practices and maintainable architecture.

主要功能

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02Comprehensive testing strategies with testthat and snapshotting

03Modern API design patterns including tidy-selection and data masking

04Automated roxygen2 documentation and package release checklists

05Dependency strategy optimization between Base R and Tidyverse

06Robust error handling and custom error classes using cli

使用场景

01Refactoring internal scripts into a modular, exported package API

02Implementing unit tests and documentation to meet CRAN submission standards

03Designing a new R package from scratch with a standard directory structure

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