https://stonetools.ghost.io/lotusimprov-next/
Spreadsheets. They suck, but we suck because we can't find something better than people will use. "Worse is better."
Lotus Improv was another failed attempt. On NeXT computers, no less.
The article is long, but fascinating. If I squint, I see a relational database with some hierarchical notes.
Will I see what comes after spreadsheets? I had some hope for Notion/Coda/etc., but it's time to admit they are not it.