This image would include the R base system and all the necessary libraries and R packages that you frequently use, ensuring that you have a consistent and reproducible development environment.
Here's a description of what such a Docker image might contain:
- Base Image: It starts with
r-base
, which is the official base R image provided by the R Foundation. This image includes the R software environment and is built on top of a minimal Debian system. - Timezone Configuration: The Dockerfile sets the timezone to a specific location, which is useful if your work relies on time-sensitive data or operations.
- System Dependencies: It installs system dependencies that are required by various R packages. This might include libraries for cryptographic algorithms, network protocols, XML processing, secure communications, font rendering, image processing, geospatial analysis, and JavaScript V8 engine support.
- R Packages: The image comes with pre-installed R packages that are essential for your work. This could range from packages for data manipulation, statistical analysis, and visualization, to more specialized packages for geospatial analysis, machine learning, or reporting.