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Hadley Wickham's ggplot2 is a widely acclaimed package in the R ecosystem, known for its flexibility and elegant syntax. Unlike base R graphics, which can sometimes be cumbersome and less intuitive, ggplot2 introduces a grammar of graphics, which simplifies the process of creating complex and aesthetically pleasing visualizations.
One of the fundamental principles of ggplot2 is the layering approach. You add layers to your plot step by step, gradually building the visualization. This approach is particularly beneficial when you want to create intricate graphics with multiple components. Let's delve into the types of plots we will explore in this module:
