This post introduces the {r2lambda} package, which simplifies the process of deploying R scripts as AWS Lambda functions. It automates the steps of creating a Docker image, pushing it to AWS ECR, and creating the Lambda function, all from within the R console. The post provides a detailed guide on how to use the package, including writing the R script, deploying the Lambda function, and testing it. Additionally, it covers the necessary system and R dependencies, AWS configuration, and installation steps. The post concludes with a demo run and a discussion of future improvements for the package.
