A R package for splitting, applying and combining large problems into simpler problems
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plyr gained 13 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 504. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 28 stars a year. It ranks #1 among R repositories and #6,801 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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#100
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Active
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plyr has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
plyr is an open-source project written in R: A R package for splitting, applying and combining large problems into simpler problems.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in R. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.
⚡ Key Features
Optimized execution pipeline written in R for predictable speed.
Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.
Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.
Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.
Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.
📥 Installation
$ git clone https://github.com/hadley/plyr.git
cd plyr⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
R environment and standard tooling
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
plyr coordinates its core functionality through a modular R pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.
🎯 Production Use Cases
Production System Integration
Embed plyr into R backend services to handle core application logic.
CI/CD Automated Pipelines
Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.
Developer Tooling & Workflows
Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.
Open Source Extension
Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open NOASSERTION license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install plyr using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/hadley/plyr.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for plyr.
Import plyr into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `plyr --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with R, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
hadley/plyr is currently ranked #6,801 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
| Rank | Repository | Language | Stars | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #6,793 | ollama4j/ollama4j | Java | ★ 506 | Compare ↗ |
| #6,793 | optimatika/ojAlgo | Java | ★ 506 | Compare ↗ |
| #6,793 | pliron-org/pliron | Rust | ★ 506 | Compare ↗ |
| #6,799 | ILIAS-eLearning/ILIAS | PHP | ★ 505 | Compare ↗ |
| #6,799 | kachofugetsu09/akashic-agent | Python | ★ 505 | Compare ↗ |
| #6,801 | hadley/plyr This Project | R | ★ 504 | |
| #6,801 | open-telemetry/weaver | Rust | ★ 504 | Compare ↗ |
| #6,801 | TheLunarCompany/lunar | TypeScript | ★ 504 | Compare ↗ |
| #6,801 | stdeb/stdeb | Python | ★ 504 | Compare ↗ |
| #6,801 | davidar/lljvm | Java | ★ 504 | Compare ↗ |
| #6,801 | Kong/deck | Go | ★ 504 | Compare ↗ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does plyr do? +
A R package for splitting, applying and combining large problems into simpler problems
What language is plyr written in? +
The primary language is R. Topics include: software.
Is plyr actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Nov 6, 2024 with 29 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does plyr have? +
plyr has 504 stars and 112 forks on GitHub.
How does plyr rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 504 stars, hadley/plyr is ranked #6,801 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #1 among R projects.
What license is plyr distributed under? +
The repository reports a NOASSERTION license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
