proj_activate: Activate a project

In usethis: Automate Package and Project Setup

Activate a project

Description

Activates a project in the usethis, R session, and (if relevant) RStudio senses. If you are in RStudio, this will open a new RStudio session. If not, it will change the working directory and active project.

Usage

proj_activate(path)

Arguments

path	Project directory

Details

• If using RStudio desktop, the project is opened in a new session.

  • If using Positron, the project is opened in a new window.

  • If using RStudio or Positron on a server, the project is opened in a new browser tab.

  • Otherwise, the working directory and active project is changed in the current R session.

Value

Single logical value indicating if current session is modified.

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