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Default directory for file-system operations

In computing, the working directory is the directory of a file system to which a relative path is relative. Wikipedia →

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  1. Read the overview: Working directoryA 5-minute orientation
  2. Pick up a classic book: The Lord of the RingsThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  3. Read the landmark paper: ezknitr: Avoid the Typical Working Directory Pain When Using 'knitr'Cited 1 times
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📖 Definitions

Noun The current directory (container for files etc.), on which commands will operate unless otherwise specified.

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