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AI Unlocks Spreadsheet Secrets: From Excel Chaos to Lakehouse Lightning

Stuck with a spreadsheet empire hiding years of business rules? AI just turbocharged the escape plan. But don't ditch the data architects yet.

Aisha Patel 📅 Mar 22, 2026 ⏱️ 4 min read 👁️ 6 views

⚡ Key Takeaways

AI compresses spreadsheet logic extraction from months to weeks, but inventory and human judgment remain essential.
Classify logic types first: deterministic calcs migrate easily, VBA and branching need careful handling.
Build a rule registry with AI drafts and human validation for regulated environments.

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