Show HN: Nobie – an Excel-compatible runtime for agents and humans
Summary
Nobie unveils a Mac-native, Excel-compatible runtime focused on local-only operation and high fidelity to Excel. The product emphasizes offline data processing, keyboard shortcut parity, and AI integration with Claude, Codex, and Gemini, with plans for VBA/macros and multiplayer features. The pitch centers on performance, data ownership, and leveraging existing AI tools while keeping all data on the user’s machine.