§2024-12-158

• File name: In Summary:

  • Use snake_case (lowercase with underscores) for file names.
  • Make file names descriptive and specific to their purpose.
  • Avoid spaces and special characters.
  • Include dates for versioning when necessary.
  • Use the .R extension for R scripts.

• variablles: Summary of Best Practices:

  • Use snake_case(under caore _)for variable and function names.
  • Use ALL_CAPS with underscores for constants.
  • Name variables descriptively (e.g., total_sales, customer_data).
  • Avoid spaces and reserved words in variable and function names.
  • Prefix/Suffix when needed for clarity (e.g., df_ for data frames).
  • Be consistent throughout your code for readability and maintainability.