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Course Outline

Introduction to Shiny

  • Understanding what Shiny is and its operational mechanics.
  • Installation procedures and initial setup.
  • Exploring Shiny examples and the official gallery.

UI and Server Architecture

  • Comprehending the roles of ui.R and server.R components.
  • Utilizing fluidPage(), sidebarLayout(), and layout functions.
  • Designing effective inputs and outputs.

Reactivity and Dynamic Interactions

  • Working with reactive expressions and observers.
  • Controlling application behavior through reactive inputs.
  • Troubleshooting common reactivity issues.

Data Visualization and Reporting

  • Integrating ggplot2 and plotly into Shiny applications.
  • Constructing reactive tables using DT or reactable.
  • Producing downloadable reports via rmarkdown.

Advanced UI and Customization

  • Implementing tabs, conditional panels, and modals.
  • Incorporating custom CSS and themes.
  • Leveraging Shiny modules for code reusability.

Deployment and Hosting

  • Deploying applications to Posit Cloud or Shinyapps.io.
  • Running applications locally and on Shiny Server.
  • Managing dependencies and software versions.

Case Study and Application Design

  • Constructing a fully-featured dashboard from the ground up.
  • Implementing interactive filters and user-driven insights.
  • Best practices for performance, security, and scalability.

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • A foundational understanding of R programming.
  • Practical experience with data analysis or visualization.
  • While beneficial, familiarity with HTML and CSS is not mandatory.

Target Audience

  • Data analysts and data scientists.
  • R developers aiming to construct interactive dashboards.
  • Researchers and educators looking to visualize data for public dissemination or internal use.
 14 Hours

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