Related LibGuide: Data and Statistics by Pete Lawson
Prerequisite: Introduction to R for Absolute Beginners or some experience using R.
APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) allow you to access live, structured data from sources like government agencies, research repositories, and online platforms. This hands-on workshop introduces the basics of working with APIs in R. You’ll learn how to make API requests, handle responses, and work with common data formats like JSON and XML. We'll also cover how to read API documentation and troubleshoot common issues.