Learners will be able to design, build, and deploy a fully functional investment application using R Shiny. By the end of this course, learners will understand how to structure Shiny applications, create interactive user interfaces, implement reactive server logic, and apply secure user authentication. They will also develop the ability to visualize investment data, manage application parameters, and deploy Shiny apps for real-world access.

Build an Interactive Investment App with R Shiny

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What you'll learn
Design and build a complete R Shiny investment application with interactive UI components.
Implement reactive server logic, data visualization, and secure user authentication.
Deploy a production-style Shiny app for real-world access and user interaction.
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February 2026
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of RShiny and the overall structure of a Shiny application. Learners explore the project context, core Shiny concepts, and the separation of UI and server components, building a strong foundation for developing interactive investment applications.
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6 videos4 assignments
This module focuses on designing interactive and user-friendly interfaces using Shiny UI elements and widgets. Learners develop an understanding of reactivity, environment setup, and login UI creation to enable dynamic user interaction within the application.
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6 videos4 assignments
This module covers server-side development, including reactive logic, parameter handling, and user authentication. Learners build and test server functionality incrementally while implementing secure access control mechanisms.
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6 videos4 assignments
This module focuses on visualizing investment data, deploying the Shiny application, and managing hosted apps. Learners review the complete project workflow and prepare the application for real-world usage.
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6 videos4 assignments
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