Project Summary This project uses R to explore and visualize a network of artist collaborations based on Spotify’s Top 200 chart data. The primary goal is to identify clusters of artists who frequently collaborate and highlight key influencers in the network using graph theory techniques. The network is constructed where each node represents an artist, and an edge between nodes indicates a shared appearance on a song (e.g., a collaboration or featured artist). By simulating this structure and analyzing its properties, I apply skills learned in previous assignments like the sparrow and teacher networks to a real-world cultural dataset. The broader goal is to practice using R and igraph to conduct meaningful social network analysis and produce professional visualizations.

Midterm for Anthony in BUS 301