ceylon: An R package for plotting the maps of Sri Lanka

Abstract

The rapid evolution in the fields of computer science, data science, and artificial intelligence has significantly transformed the utilisation of data for decision-making. Data visualisation plays a critical role in any work that involves data. Visualising data on maps is frequently encountered in many fields. Visualising data on maps not only transforms raw data into visually comprehensible representations but also converts complex spatial information into simple, understandable form. Locating the data files necessary for map creation can be a challenging task. Establishing a centralised repository can alleviate the challenging task of finding shape files, allowing users to efficiently discover geographic data. The ceylon R package is designed to make simple feature data related to Sri Lanka's administrative boundaries and rivers and streams accessible for a diverse range of R users. With straightforward functionalities, this package allows users to quickly plot and explore administrative boundaries and rivers and streams in Sri Lanka.