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RCode vs ChatGPT for R work
General assistants are impressive. They are also wrong about R often enough to cost you an afternoon.
| Topic | RCode.ai | ChatGPT |
|---|---|---|
| Default language | R-first (tidyverse, base, data.table) | Python-first; R when prompted |
| ggplot2 examples | Complete, runnable plots | Often missing scales/themes |
| Shiny debugging | Dedicated reactive-graph mode | Generic web framework advice |
| Biostats reporting | TLF and model conventions | Generic stats, wrong packages |
| Code context | Built-in script panel | Paste in chat manually |
| Training on your code | Never | Depends on product tier/settings |
| Free tier | 30 msgs/day, no card | Limited free with account |