Create a web Ajax version of excel?

Question

I'm trying to figure out how to create basic functionality of a excel spreadsheet in a web app. Is basic Ajax the best way or is there a good framework for this?

Answer 1

qooxdoo is one of the best for these kind of applications, in my opinion.

The reason is because it implements its own Widget system (like Cappuccino), completely using divs and canvas elements, making the development experience much more like a desktop.

Answer 2

Are you looking to implement saving? Or semi-advanced data retrieval (such as from a database)?

Because I think you can get away with just the Javascript and not have to tap the server too much.