It would be interesting to see which packages have implemented similar methods. These could then be reviewed in order to find the most efficient implementation of an algorithm, or to discover interesting ways of approaching an implimentation.

Probably just scripted links to Google Scholar

individual list for each package

Link to past posts on the R-help mailing list discussing the package in question. If you've have a problem, there is always a high probability someone else has had the problem before you

Jon Baron's search engine is the most useful thing I know for finding an R function that does what you want.

The list of popular packages should take into account number of users, not just average reviews.

Where do I get a list of packages sorted by reviews or users? It's not clear from :

http://crantastic.org/packages?page=1

I come across crantastic.org all the time when searching for R information on the web, and I always end up pushing the browser's back button because I have no idea where I am or what I'm supposed to do. I believe you guys can do a better job communicating the mission and scope of crantastic to the web surfer.

It would be useful when finding new software for any particular task you are new to, or do not know much about it. Easy way to follow links for more information and reviews or others may be really helpful, and my be contacting who make the review to interact

In addition to the I use this, have the possibility for user to upload/track their list of installed packages. This would rapidly increase the amount of information on use.

Little interactive timeline with js scrolling etc, to display what's currently on the front page a little more graphically

We can't currently contact other crantastic users unless they chose a username revealing who they are. Email addresses of other users are not revealed.
This "send message" feature would allow users to connect to other users who share common interests and opinions revealed by their reviews and votes.
Users should still be able to remain anonymous if they wish.

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