I used to tabulate survey results with spreadsheet software, but recently I've felt that database software is easier for tabulation, so I've been using database software.
集計 'tabulation / tallying' (集 'gather' + 計 'count') is used three times, showing the repetitive but precise style of technical explanations. 表計算ソフト 'spreadsheet software' is the Japanese compound for Excel-type programs. 気がする 'to feel / have a sense that' is the standard intuition expression. A practical, wordy tech-transition narrative.