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A new way to make error messages in R actually make sense

We've all been there: you run your code and get an error message that makes absolutely no sense. I recently discovered a new tool in Positron that can actually explain your errors in plain language AND even fix your code for you automatically!

I demonstrate this functionality using real-time coding examples, showcasing how Positron's built-in features can make inscrutable error messages actually make sense.

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Don Varley
By Don Varley
December 10, 2025

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