The author discusses how they used spreadsheets and Glide to tackle takeout, spices, and meal ideas during the pandemic. They wanted to support local businesses and mix up their orders, leading them to create a shared list webapp. Glide offered an easy way to turn their spreadsheet into an app that could be shared and accessed across devices. They also explored creating an app for recipes and pantry items, showcasing the versatility of Glide for personal use. The author acknowledges the simplicity of their approach compared to traditional app development but finds joy in the process.
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/12/making-tiny-no-code-webapps-out-of-spreadsheets-is-a-weirdly-fulfilling-hobby/