📊 Spreadsheet Basics

Welcome to the Spreadsheet Basics book of Abacus Computing Institute.

This study guide introduces the foundational concepts of spreadsheet software and helps you develop practical skills using tools like Excel, Google Sheets, or LibreOffice Calc.

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🔰 Start Here

• What is a Spreadsheet?
• Understanding Cells, Rows, and Columns
• Entering and Formatting Data
• Using Basic Formulas and Functions
• Sorting, Filtering, and Organizing Data
• Creating Simple Charts

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🧪 Practice Exercises

• Sample Exercises
• Mini Projects and Templates

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🚀 Final Project

• Personal Budget Tracker – Project Instructions

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📚 Additional Resources

• Google Sheets Beginner Guide
• LibreOffice Calc Documentation
• Excel Functions Overview

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ℹ️ About This Book

This is one of four levels in the AbacusCI spreadsheet track:

• ✅ Spreadsheet Basics (You are here)
• 🔜 Spreadsheet Intermediate
• 🔜 Spreadsheet Advanced
• 🔜 Spreadsheet Expert

Each level builds on the previous one. You can explore the other books in the AbacusCI organization for more advanced content.

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This Wiki is a living document. New examples and resources will be added as we grow.