Tutorials
Learn Mandala through step-by-step guides
NotePrerequisites
Before starting these tutorials, ensure you have:
- R >= 4.1.0 installed
- Mandala package installed (request from Listo Agriculture)
- Basic familiarity with R and mixed models
Getting Started
These tutorials introduce Mandala and demonstrate its core functionality with example datasets.
| Tutorial | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Introduction | Installation, key features, first analysis | 30 min |
| 2. Example Datasets | RCBD, alpha-lattice, and MET examples | 45 min |
Package Comparisons
Learn how Mandala compares to other popular R packages for mixed model analysis.
| Tutorial | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 3. Mandala vs Sommer | Quantitative genetics and GBLUP comparison | 45 min |
| 4. Mandala vs lme4 | General mixed models comparison | 30 min |
| 5. Mandala vs SpATS | P-spline spatial analysis comparison | 40 min |
Advanced Topics
Explore advanced workflows for multi-environment trials and genomic prediction.
| Tutorial | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 6. Two-Stage MET | Single-stage vs two-stage MET workflows | 60 min |
| 7. Two-Stage Genomics | GBLUP integration with two-stage workflow | 50 min |