Jim creates systems that are easy to understand and use. He is the winner of the 2021 Max Gladstone Special Judge's Choice Award (Golden Cobra Challenge), where he was praised for designing straightforward rules and accessible experiences that work perfectly online. He also runs Autumnal Games.
At Spreadsheet Point, Jim applies this same focus on clarity and accessibility to technical guides, ensuring that even the most complex formulas are easy for beginners to pick up.
Beyond data, Jim is the creator of the competitive writing event Ink & Blood, the podcast Frugal Living, and the author of "The Ink and Blood Dueling Society Doesn't Exist." You can find more of his articles on MuckRack.
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