ggplot2

ggplot2 is a data visualization package for the R programming language, based on the Grammar of Graphics principles. It provides a declarative and layered approach to creating complex, publication-quality plots by combining simple components like data, aesthetics, and geometries. It is widely used in data science, statistics, and research for exploratory data analysis and reporting.

Also known as: ggplot, ggplot 2, gg plot, gg plot2, R ggplot2

Why learn ggplot2?

Developers should learn ggplot2 when working with R for data analysis, as it offers a consistent and powerful framework for creating customizable and reproducible visualizations. It is particularly useful in academic research, business intelligence, and data journalism, where clear and detailed graphs are essential for communicating insights from datasets.

Learning Resources

• book: ggplot2: Elegant Graphics for Data Analysis
• book: R Graphics Cookbook
• tutorial: Data Visualization with ggplot2 - RStudio
• docs: ggplot2 Documentation
• tutorial: ggplot2 Tutorial - DataCamp