Software Engineer, Cloud Engineer and amateur Music Producer.

I’m Richard, a software and cloud engineer based in London. I’m passionate about providing the simplest solution for the most complex of problems.

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From Soundwaves to Feedback — A Python Deep Dive

31 October 2025

A quest to help my daughter's violin practice using Python. Discover a journey into audio analysis, music technology, and creative coding.

My Daughter's Violin and the Code That Taught Me to Listen

21 October 2025

When my daughter's violin skills outgrew my ability to help, I turned to code. This is the story of using Python and audio analysis to learn how to truly listen.

Component Structure: The Building Blocks of a Modular App

14 October 2025

Master component structure in React Native. This guide covers a modular, scalable architecture using best practices, from folder organisation to Atomic Design principles.