Jim Collinsworth — Out of My Lane

I'm Jim Collinsworth — newly retired after 50 years spanning Arthur Andersen, professional guitar, software startups, and data science. Out of My Lane is where I chronicle my pursuits across computing, AI, music, health, making, and the Chicago lakefront.

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Featured Post

Sleep Health & Movement Evaluation Plan

Sep 07, 2026 • Health

Movement during sleep is the problem: leg/body twitching and vocalization. A structured plan focusing on nutrition, exercise, somatic alignment (Alexander Technique, Tai Chi), and standardized self-evaluations.

Standardized baseline clinical assessments tracked over time include the Restless Legs Syndrome Rating Scale (RLSRS & IRLSSG), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) alongside daily sleep diary notes.

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Recent Stream

M.E. (Mental Entity / My Essence)

Sep 06, 2026 • Ideas

A completely local, offline AI companion carried on your person with adaptive memory architecture.
Cordoba Stage Nylon Electric Guitar

Sep 05, 2026 • Music

Thin-line acoustic-electric nylon string guitar in Edge Burst finish.
Digital Piano Enhancements

Sep 04, 2026 • Projects

Hardware and ergonomic modifications to Kawai-ES8 digital piano.