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History of Ten Index

The idea behind Ten Index began with a simple need: to find files faster across multiple computers and drives. Jason Hoblin noticed that backing up data wasn’t enoughβ€”he needed a consistent way to understand where things were stored and how to retrieve them efficiently.

Starting with the concept of 10 sections and 10 categories per section, he developed a basic hierarchy to apply across systems. Over time, this evolved into a refined structure he called β€œHoblin’s Hierarchy.” It was used quietly across his directories and projects for yearsβ€”revisited and improved with real-world use.

In 2017, the project was given new life when Jason acquired TenIndex.com, formalized the system under the name TI100, and made it available to the public under a Creative Commons license.

Jason Hoblin – Founder & Visionary

Jason is the creator and mastermind behind the Ten Index system. With a background in systems architecture and a passion for clarity, he built TI100 to bring structure to digital chaos. Jason is meticulous, inquisitive, and driven to make complex systems easier to manage.

Ms. Tianna (Anna) Iotress – Project Manager

Tianna leads project management for Ten Index, ensuring the system’s structure is well-organized and maintained across all levels. Her precision and oversight make her the β€œlibrarian of the index.”