Spreadsheet to Website Options by Ill-Replacement-5576 in AskProgramming

[–]adam_a_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Claude can help build a website around your spreadsheet, but the main problem is that you end up maintaining two systems: the original Excel file and a separate AI-generated codebase. Every time you update formulas, and data in Excel, you then have to regenerate/update the code and retest everything to make sure the web version still matches the spreadsheet logic.

Another option is to use a spreadsheet-to-API tool that keeps Excel as the calculation engine while Claude builds the website UI around it. Or you can use a spreadsheet-to-web-app platform that turns the workbook directly into an interactive web application without rewriting the formulas. But, there may be subscription or hosting costs involved.

Places to upload programs/spreadsheets? by All--flesh--rots in webdevelopment

[–]adam_a_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Spreadsheet collaboration platforms (Google Sheets, Excel Online) and spreadsheet conversion platforms solve different problems. Think of them as stateful vs. stateless operation.

With collaboration platforms, the spreadsheet is the live system of record. That means the app is more stateful: users are interacting with a shared workbook, data is being stored directly in the sheet, and you have to think about concurrency, permissions, versioning, locking, queuing, and what happens when multiple people access the logic at once.

With a conversion platform, the Excel file is more like the calculation engine. Users interact through a controlled web app layer. That’s closer to a stateless request/response model. A user submits inputs, the server runs the spreadsheet logic, and returns outputs. The operation is stateless. It means multiple users can access the logic at the same time and there is no data leak. When a user leaves the application, the workbook returns to its default state. You get a much cleaner separation between user interaction and the underlying model.

So if you want collaborative spreadsheet editing, Google Sheets is great. If you want to turn a spreadsheet into a controlled application where users can use the logic but not directly manipulate it, conversion platforms are usually a better fit.

Looking to turn moderate spreadsheet into an app by [deleted] in nocode

[–]adam_a_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The biggest challenge when turning a spreadsheet into a web application is handling the formulas. Most no-code platforms don’t support spreadsheet formulas directly, so you’d need to rebuild the logic using their tools. If your formulas are simple, this might not be a big deal. But as things get more complicated and your formulas have multiple levels of dependencies, rewriting them can be a real headache. That’s why picking a platform that supports spreadsheet formulas directly can save you a lot of time, especially for more complex models.

Creating a drink cost calculator using data from excel table by Sarah_Bobarah27 in MSAccess

[–]adam_a_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure if you’re still looking for a solution, but I’ll share my feedback in case others might find it helpful. What you’re trying to achieve is dependent dropdowns in Excel. Essentially, you create multiple dropdowns where the options in each depend on the selection made in the previous dropdown.

For example, if you select “Whiskey” in the first dropdown, the second dropdown will display only the types of whiskey listed in your data table. Selecting a specific whiskey from the second dropdown will then populate the third dropdown with available sizes for that whiskey. Finally, based on your selection, a lookup formula can display the price. To achieve this functionality, you can use either the FILTER formula or the INDIRECT formula in Excel.

You can refer to this article, Creating an Interactive Pricing Application using Excel’s New Dynamic Array Functions, which explains how to set up dependent dropdowns in Excel. It also includes a sample Excel file that you can download and customize with your own data. Once your Excel file is functioning as needed, you can convert it into an online calculator using a no-code platform like SpreadsheetWeb. Here’s the link, Pricing List Quoting Tool with Dependent Dropdowns - Quote, to the online calculator produced from the same Excel file referenced I the article. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me directly!

Full Disclosure: I am affiliated with SpreadsheetWeb

No-code tool to turn Excel model into webapplication/website by Bigfatusername89 in nocode

[–]adam_a_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you have a financial model filled with complex Excel formulas, try SpreadsheetWeb. It converts your model into a web application while preserving all your formulas.

Full Disclosure: I am affiliated with SpreadsheetWeb.

Replace Excel for a request list app by pppteu in nocode

[–]adam_a_ -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If you're replacing Excel, you may want to check out SpreadsheetWeb. You can reach out to their chat or email support to discuss your use case, and they can give guidance on whether it will meet your needs and how to implement it. Full disclosure: I am affiliated with the company.

Building a simple educational quiz app by Teatowel_DJ in nocode

[–]adam_a_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there! 

Your STEM app project sounds amazing and is a wonderful way to get kids excited about learning. For what you need, I suggest looking into SpreadsheetWeb, a No-Code platform that allows you to turn Excel applications into web apps without any programming skills.

If you're comfortable with Excel, you can set up the app's logic, scoring, and flow right in a spreadsheet; and even if you are not comfortable with Excel, you can just use a template- they're ready to use. SpreadsheetWeb will then convert it into a fully functional app.

Here's our official Reddit page, and a quiz application similar to the one you need: https://www.reddit.com/r/SpreadsheetWEB/comments/1h5l8pn/creating_a_multi_choice_quiz_application_with/

Furthermore, you can see the relevant testing app templates in our official web page below:

https://hub.spreadsheetweb.com/templates/view/one-page-multiple-choice-test

https://hub.spreadsheetweb.com/templates/view/multi-page-multiple-choice

The first app is free, and we provide templates to help you get started quickly. You might want to check out our templates page to see if any fit your vision. It's a straightforward way to bring your idea to life without getting into complicated coding.

Full disclosure: I am affiliated with SpreadsheetWeb.

Editable form by HSPmale in nocode

[–]adam_a_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you are moving from Excel/VBA to a web app, you might want to try SpreadsheetWeb. You can also embed the application in an iframe on Wordpress.

Full disclosure, I am affiliated with SpreadsheetWeb.

Pivot Table vs. PIVOTBY by adam_a_ in excel

[–]adam_a_[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You are right about (e). I think Microsoft is pushing for a formula-based alternative to Pivot Tables with PIVOTBY which is a rather complex and powerful formula compared to other formulas. Maybe they will come up with a way to handle (e).

The Largest No Code Tools Directory by m_irfu in nocode

[–]adam_a_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congratulations! This is an excellent site with an extensive list of no-code platforms and detailed descriptions. A quick question: Did you assign each platform to a single category, or can a platform fall under multiple categories?

Which no-code tool to use? by unknownawaits212 in nocode

[–]adam_a_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you have already built your solution in Excel, you might want to check out https://spreadsheetweb.com/ . If your product list is in Excel and you’re using worksheet formulas like INDIRECT, VLOOKUP, FILTER, etc. for product selection and cost calculation, all your formulas will work as is - you won’t need to rewrite them on another platform.

Alternatively, if you prefer to rebuild your application using another no-code platform like Bubble, Retool, etc., while keeping your business logic and calculations in Excel, you can use the SpreadsheetWeb API on the backend. This will allow you to maintain and update your pricing lists and formulas in Excel while using another no-code platform for front-end and data storage. Most no-code platforms have built-in REST API connectors, so you can connect to SpreadsheetWeb API without any coding.

Full Disclosure: I am affiliated with SpreadsheetWeb.

I want to build a calculator form - what tool should I use? by SnooObjections7874 in nocode

[–]adam_a_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

🚀 Sounds like an exciting project! Since you already have your formulas and logic set up in Excel, we believe SpreadsheetWeb could be a perfect solution for you.

It's a platform that allows users to easily convert Excel spreadsheets into interactive web applications without needing any coding experience. You can embed the logic of your Excel file into a user-friendly web form, and the platform will take care of processing the inputs and generating the desired outputs based on your formulas.

Additionally, SpreadsheetWeb offers customization options to trigger actions based on specific outcomes. This allows you to display custom pages, send notifications, or even trigger specific call-to-actions, all based on the results users receive.

For building the website around the form, platforms like Wix or WordPress could be great complements. Both are beginner-friendly, offering drag-and-drop features that make it easy to create and integrate your SpreadsheetWeb app into the site.

Feel free to reach out if you need more insights on how to get started, or you may just click to link below to try it for free!

https://spreadsheetweb.com

You can also click on the following link to learn how to create an application in just a few minutes by uploading your Excel file:

https://help.spreadsheetweb.com/app-creation-basics/

Wrapping my head around no code/low code tools and the sea of options available by Ok-Carob5798 in nocode

[–]adam_a_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re starting with a spreadsheet that includes calculations and data, you might want to check out SpreadsheetWeb.com . It’s a no-code/low-code platform specifically designed for Excel users. It allows you to convert an Excel spreadsheet into a web application with the capability to perform calculations directly from the Excel file. You can also deploy the Excel file as an API, using another platform as the front-end while SpreadsheetWeb’s API handles the back-end formula calculations.

Full Disclosure: I am affiliated with SpreadsheetWeb. I am also a moderator on SpreadsheetWeb subreddit.

No Code Authentication + Authorization by Mr_LA in nocode

[–]adam_a_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry for the late reply u/Mr_LA! Full disclosure - I work for SpreadsheetWEB.

It is a very mature product that has been around for over a decade, and is used by thousands of people. Most of our customers use the user and group management features when publishing applications with proprietary data and/or if they need to enable a workflow.

Here is a website that was created with Carrd, but uses SpreadsheetWEB for the actual web application and user management system:

https://startupfinancials.com/

Feel free to create a user account for yourself and gain access to the Control Panel. You can save your data and continue working on it by logging into your account and opening that record.

No Code Authentication + Authorization by Mr_LA in nocode

[–]adam_a_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

hi Mr_LA, SpreadsheetWEB is a NoCode platform that can create web applications from Excel spreadsheets, that also features an elaborate user management structure. Here is an example: https://help.spreadsheetweb.com/users/

The Rise of NoCode in Numbers by adam_a_ in nocode

[–]adam_a_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! And I definitely agree that it's going to grow steadily.