CRAN Release - v0.1.1

[edelarua]

CRAN release expected to take place prior to the end of 2023.

Pre-Release:

• Code freeze
• Check for and resolve any notes/warnings in R CMD check
• Update README with CRAN installation instructions
• Check that NEWS file contains all relevant changes
• Check that necessary files are listed in .Rbuildignore

Release:

• Create a pull request to make necessary bug fixes/changes (add "[skip vbump]" in the PR title), and tag the update(s) as a release candidate v0.1.1-rc1 on the main branch.
• Submit package for validation.
• Address any feedback, retag the package as a release candidate v0.1.1-rc(n+1). Repeat the submission.
• Get the package validated.
• Create a git tag with the final version set to 0.1.1 on the main branch.

Post-Release:

• Review and update installation instructions for the package if needed.
• Verify if a new dev version (0.1.1.9000) has been added to the NEWS file and DESCRIPTION file as a placeholder for release notes by automation.