We're in the process of creating a plugin for Excel, but it seems that the only way to make it available is through the Excel Add-in Store, which involves complex partnerships.
Is there any alternative method to allow users to download and access the plugin directly within their local Excel installation? Something similar to how plugins work for other applications (such as Notepad++)?
We are exploring the use of the Yeoman generator from https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/office/dev/add-ins/quickstarts/excel-quickstart-jquery?tabs=yeomangenerator