R packages, like any software, require maintenance. Package maintenance includes:Fixing bugs when discovered.Adapting to updates in package dependencies.Providing some level of user and contributor support.When desired, refactoring code or adding new functionality. Without maintenance efforts a package is at risk of losing its value. Yet, maintaining a package for years or even decades can be challenging as it is time consuming.
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