You can consult the docs at : https://spark.apache.org/docs/latest/api/scala/index.html#package
In particular, the rdd docs contain the explanation of each method : https://spark.apache.org/docs/latest/api/scala/index.html#org.apache.spark.rdd.RDD Kr, Gerard On Jun 8, 2014 1:00 PM, "Carter" <gyz...@hotmail.com> wrote: > Hi All, > > I am new to Spark. > > In the Spark shell, how can I get the help or explanation for those > functions that I can use for a variable or RDD? For example, after I input > a > RDD's name with a dot (.) at the end, if I press the Tab key, a list of > functions that I can use for this RDD will be displayed, but I dont know > how > to use these functions. > > Your help is greatly appreciated. > > > > -- > View this message in context: > http://apache-spark-user-list.1001560.n3.nabble.com/How-to-get-the-help-or-explanation-for-the-functions-in-Spark-shell-tp7191.html > Sent from the Apache Spark User List mailing list archive at Nabble.com. >