How Excel is Used in Real-World Data Analysis

Introduction Excel is not always the flashiest choice. There are more specialised tools — Power BI for dashboards, Python for large-scale processing, SQL for database queries. I use several of them. But Excel remains the place where raw data first lands, where quick checks happen, and where non-technical stakeholders can engage with findings without needing a login or a training session. What Is Excel, and Why Does It Still Matter? Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet application that organises data