Data manipulation is a crucial part of data visualization and analysis. This workshop introduces common functions in the dplyr package to manipulate rows and columns. Participants are expected to already be familiar with R and the RStudio environment.

The workshop is followed by an optional practice period to reinforce what you learned or consult with the instructors. Workshop materials are available at https://ubc-library-rc.github.io/data-manipulation-dplyr/

To participate fully you will need to install the latest versions of R and RStudio on your computer before the workshop:

• Install R from https://cran.rstudio.com/
• Install RStudio from https://rstudio.com/products/rstudio/download/#download

About this workshop series

Data manipulation with dplyr is one of several R workshops offered by the UBC Library Research Commons. Each session introduces a particular task or application in R, followed by an optional practice period with support from the instructors. The goal of the series is to introduce participants to the data analysis and visualization potential of R and to encourage further self-paced exploration. 

Other workshops in the series offered this term are:

• Beginner R Part 1, January 22, 1-2 pm
• Beginner R Part 2, January 29, 1-2 pm
• Introduction to the tidyverse R package, Feb 12, 1-2 pm
• Data visualization with ggplot2, March 10, 1-2 pm
• Introduction to Shiny app in R, March 26, 1-2 pm

If you have any questions, concerns or accessibility needs please email research.commons@ubc.ca To keep up-to-date with all of the workshops, consults, and events, subscribe to the UBC Library Research Commons monthly newsletter.