Mesh IDE – a code editor that feels like a spreadsheet

In plain words

Mesh IDE is a code editor designed for developers who want a spreadsheet-like interface. Launched in 2017, it offers an alternative approach to traditional text-based coding environments by organizing code in a grid format similar to spreadsheet cells. The tool is available on GitHub for those interested in exploring this different paradigm for writing and organizing code.

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