R Weekly Highlights Issue 2025-W21 Highlights
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May 23, 2025 Discover how Git can help you rewrite your coding history and improve your version control skills! Learn about the innovative Doc Viewer package for customizable Shiny app layouts and the exciting Shiny Ipsum for dynamic wireframing. Explore the advantages of automated testing with mock functions and the latest in API testing with http test 2. Plus, elevate your visualizations in R by mastering the art of fonts for better aesthetics. Dive into these topics and boost your development prowess!
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Smaller, Focused Git Commits
- Make smaller, focused commits with related file changes to maintain clear project history.
- Use meaningful commit messages specific to the changes for easier debugging and collaboration.
Use Branching for Safe Experiments
- Use branching in Git to isolate experimental or critical changes safely.
- Delete branches if experiments fail to avoid clutter and easily revert to main codebase.
Master Git Bisect Tool
- Use Git bisect to interactively find commits where bugs were introduced.
- Don't be intimidated; you can exit bisect mode safely if you get stuck.