Technologies / Programming

R Markdown — interactive reports and analytical documents

Practical training on the R Markdown ecosystem covering the creation of interactive analytical reports in HTML, PDF, Word and presentation formats. Participants will learn code chunks mechanisms, inline R, parameterized reports, the bookdown package for long documents, and interactive widgets (htmlwidgets, DT, leaflet). The program also includes an introduction to Quarto as the successor to R Markdown.

Why choose this training?

Creating analytical reports is a daily task for many data science and BI teams — and manually copying results from the console to Word or PowerPoint introduces errors and wastes time. R Markdown allows you to combine code, computation results, and narrative text in a single document that automatically updates when data changes. This is the foundation of reproducible analytics and professional reporting.

During the training, participants will explore the entire R Markdown ecosystem — from simple HTML documents, through PDF reports with LaTeX, to interactive dashboards and multi-chapter books with bookdown. Special emphasis is placed on parameterized reports and interactive widgets (htmlwidgets, DT, leaflet, plotly).

After completing the training, participants will be able to: create professional analytical reports in HTML, PDF and Word formats, use code chunks and inline R for dynamic content generation, build parameterized reports generated in batch from a single template, embed interactive widgets in documents. These competencies directly translate into higher efficiency in IT project execution.

This training is particularly valuable for: data analysts creating recurring reports, data scientists needing reproducible analysis documentation, statisticians and researchers working with R.

What sets our approach apart?

At EITT, we believe the best learning happens through practice. During 2 days of intensive training, participants work on real-world examples and scenarios, ensuring not only theoretical understanding but above all the ability to apply it in practice.

With over 2,500 trainings in our portfolio and a 4.8/5 rating from participants, EITT is a trusted partner in competency development for organizations of all sizes. Our trainers are practitioners with years of experience who share current knowledge and proven solutions.

Looking for training tailored to your team’s needs? Contact us — we’ll prepare a program customized to your requirements.

Benefits

Create professional analytical reports in HTML, PDF and Word formats
Use code chunks and inline R for dynamic content generation
Build parameterized reports generated in batch from a single template
Embed interactive widgets (DT, leaflet, plotly) in documents
Use bookdown for creating multi-chapter documents
Create slide presentations and dashboards with flexdashboard
Apply Quarto as a modern alternative to R Markdown
Ensure analysis reproducibility through version control and parameterization

Who is this training for?

Data analysts creating recurring reports

Data Scientists needing reproducible analysis documentation

Statisticians and researchers working with R

Business Intelligence specialists

Academics and PhD students publishing research results

R programmers looking to automate reporting

Analytics team managers

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of R (variables, functions, packages)
Ability to create charts in R (ggplot2 or base R)
Basic familiarity with Markdown (recommended)
Own laptop with R and RStudio installed

Training program

R Markdown architecture: knitr, Pandoc and output formats
YAML header configuration for different document types
Code chunks — execution options, caching and dependencies
Inline R — dynamic values in text
Templates and themes for HTML and PDF documents

HTML reports with interactive navigation and tabs
PDF documents with LaTeX — tables, formulas, bibliography
Slide presentations (ioslides, xaringan, reveal.js)
Word documents with custom templates
Dashboards with flexdashboard

YAML parameters — dynamic reports from a single template
Batch report generation (batch rendering)
Automation with rmarkdown::render() and purrr
CI/CD integration and scheduling
Report version control and reproducibility

htmlwidgets — embedding JavaScript in R documents
DT — interactive data tables
leaflet — interactive maps
plotly — interactive charts from ggplot2
crosstalk — linked widgets without Shiny

bookdown — multi-chapter documents and books
Chapter numbering, equations and cross-references
Introduction to Quarto — the new document standard
Migration from R Markdown to Quarto
Best practices for organizing analytical projects

Delivery Methods

Online

Convenience of participating from anywhere
Interactive live sessions with trainer
Materials available for 30 days
No travel costs

On-site

Direct contact with trainer and group
Intensive hands-on workshops
Networking with other participants
Full focus on learning

Training Topics

Frequently asked questions

What prerequisites do I need to meet before the training?

Basic knowledge of R (variables, functions, packages) and the ability to create charts in R are required. Familiarity with Markdown syntax is recommended but not mandatory — it will be covered at the beginning of the training.

What format is the training delivered in and how long does it last?

The training lasts 2 days and is available in online (live) and on-site formats. The program includes hands-on exercises — each participant creates their own reports in various formats. Participants receive training materials and a completion certificate.

Who is this training designed for?

The training is designed for data analysts creating recurring reports, data scientists needing reproducible documentation, statisticians and researchers working with R, and R programmers looking to automate reporting processes.