Cryptic Arts Laboratories


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# Let's make it happen

You've got the vision. We've got the voltage. Cryptic Arts Laboratory is a software engineering studio that blurs the line between technology and artistry.

Whether you're a startup chasing scale, a creative pushing boundaries, or a vibe coder who built something brilliant at 2 AM and needs it production-ready by Monday—we're your people.

How to transform your AI-assisted prototype into a scalable, maintainable application.

From Vibe Code to Production

Why every hour spent on repetitive tasks is an hour not spent growing your business.

The Art of Automation

How small devices are creating massive impact in IoT and embedded systems.

Micro Computing Revolution

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Every great project starts with a conversation. Whether you have a clear specification or just the kernel of an idea, we'd love to hear about what you're building.


This form is the first step in understanding your project. We ask that you share a clear overview of your vision, scope, and objectives. The information you provide allows us to assess alignment, identify key challenges, and determine how we can approach your project with intent and precision. All details are reviewed carefully and treated with discretion.

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Where Code Meets Craft

Cryptic Arts Laboratory

Enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure with industry-leading capabilities in AI/ML, data analytics, and Kubernetes orchestration. GCP powers some of the world's largest applications with global fiber network, BigQuery serverless analytics, and Vertex AI — giving teams access to the same infrastructure that runs Google Search, YouTube, and Gmail.

Google Cloud Platform

The world's most comprehensive cloud platform with over 200 fully featured services. AWS provides virtually unlimited scalability, from S3 object storage and Lambda serverless compute to SageMaker ML pipelines and IoT Greengrass edge deployment — the backbone for startups and enterprises alike.

Amazon Web Services

A global network built for security, performance, and reliability. Cloudflare provides edge computing infrastructure that powers millions of websites with DDoS protection, CDN services, and serverless computing capabilities at the edge.

Cloudflare

The platform for modern web development with continuous deployment from Git. Netlify simplifies the development workflow with instant rollbacks, branch deploys, and integrated CI/CD, making it easy to build, deploy, and scale web applications.

Netlify

The platform for frontend developers, providing the speed and reliability to create at the moment of inspiration. Vercel enables teams to develop, preview, and ship delightful user experiences with zero configuration and built-in performance optimization.

Vercel


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The most powerful assistive technology is the one someone can actually use. We architect systems for smartphones, embedded boards, and browsers — not lab-only prototypes.

Assistive technology that runs on hardware people already own.

Accessible Deployment

Novel perception systems require novel validation. We design systems with experimental comparison built in — multiple strategies testable under identical conditions, instrumented for data collection.

Experimentally rigorous systems built to validate.

Research Design

Sensory Systems Engineering

Cross-platform and native applications with React, React Native, Next.js, and modern frameworks — responsive, accessible, and fast.


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<h1>Applications Built for the Modern Stack</h1>

<p>The line between web and native is disappearing. Users expect fast, fluid experiences whether they're on a phone, a tablet, a desktop browser, or a kiosk. Cryptic Arts Laboratory builds applications across all of these surfaces — with shared logic where it makes sense and native performance where it matters.</p>

<p>From single-page web applications and server-rendered sites to cross-platform mobile apps and progressive web applications, we deliver production-ready software that's responsive, accessible, and maintainable.</p>

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<h2>Web Applications</h2>

<h3>React and Next.js</h3>
<p>React is the foundation of our web application work. We build with Next.js for projects that benefit from server-side rendering, static site generation, incremental static regeneration, and the App Router's streaming architecture. For client-heavy applications — dashboards, data visualization tools, interactive editors — we architect with React's component model, leveraging hooks, context, and state management patterns appropriate to the complexity of the application.</p>

<h3>Vue.js and Nuxt</h3>
<p>For teams with Vue.js expertise or projects where Vue's template-driven approach is the better fit, we build with Vue 3's Composition API and Nuxt for server-rendered and statically generated applications. Same engineering rigor, different framework.</p>

<h3>Progressive Web Applications</h3>
<p>PWAs bridge the gap between web and native — installable, offline-capable, push-notification-enabled applications that run in any modern browser. We implement service workers for intelligent caching and offline support, Web App Manifest configurations for home screen installation, and background sync for reliable data submission on unreliable networks.</p>

<h2>Mobile Applications</h2>

<h3>React Native</h3>
<p>When you need to ship on iOS and Android without maintaining two separate codebases, React Native delivers native performance with shared JavaScript logic. We build with React Native's New Architecture — Fabric renderer and TurboModules — for applications that need the smoothest possible animations and direct access to platform APIs. Navigation, state management, and data fetching patterns are chosen for the specific requirements of the project, not by default.</p>

<h3>Native Platform Integration</h3>
<p>Some features require native code. Camera access, Bluetooth communication, background processing, sensor APIs, and platform-specific UI patterns all benefit from native modules. We write Swift and Kotlin bridges when React Native's JavaScript layer isn't enough, ensuring the application feels native because the critical parts are native.</p>

<h3>Expo and Managed Workflows</h3>
<p>For projects where rapid iteration matters more than low-level platform access, we leverage Expo's managed workflow — over-the-air updates, simplified build pipelines, and a curated set of native modules that cover the majority of mobile use cases without ejecting.</p>

<h2>Backend and API Development</h2>

<h3>Node.js and TypeScript</h3>
<p>Our backend work is TypeScript-first. Type safety across the full stack — from database queries through API responses to frontend components — eliminates entire categories of runtime errors. We build with Express, Fastify, or Hono depending on the performance and deployment requirements of the project.</p>

<h3>API Design</h3>
<p>REST APIs with OpenAPI documentation, GraphQL for complex data requirements with multiple consumer types, and tRPC for end-to-end type-safe APIs when the frontend and backend are in the same TypeScript monorepo. We design APIs that are versioned, documented, and tested.</p>

<h3>Database and Data Layer</h3>
<p>PostgreSQL for relational data with complex query requirements. MongoDB for document-oriented workloads. Redis for caching, session management, and real-time features. Firebase and Supabase for projects that benefit from managed backend services. We choose the data layer based on the application's access patterns, not habit.</p>

<h2>Engineering Practices</h2>

<h3>Responsive by Default</h3>
<p>Every project starts mobile-first. Fluid layouts that adapt gracefully from phones to ultrawide monitors, with Tailwind CSS utility classes or CSS-in-JS solutions that keep styling colocated with components.</p>

<h3>Accessibility First</h3>
<p>WCAG 2.1 AA compliance is built into the process from the start. Semantic HTML, ARIA attributes, keyboard navigation, focus management, and screen reader testing — not an afterthought, but a design constraint that makes applications better for everyone.</p>

<h3>Performance Obsessed</h3>
<p>Bundle analysis, code splitting, lazy loading, image optimization, and caching strategies. We measure Core Web Vitals, profile rendering performance, and optimize the critical rendering path. If Lighthouse scores matter to you, they matter to us.</p>

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<h2>Services Include</h2>
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<li>React and Next.js web applications (SSR, SSG, ISR)</li>
<li>Vue.js and Nuxt web applications</li>
<li>React Native mobile applications (iOS and Android)</li>
<li>Progressive Web Applications (PWA)</li>
<li>TypeScript full-stack development</li>
<li>REST, GraphQL, and tRPC API development</li>
<li>PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, and Firebase integration</li>
<li>Component library and design system development</li>
<li>Performance audits and optimization</li>
<li>Accessibility audits and WCAG remediation</li>
<li>CI/CD pipeline configuration</li>
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Native, hybrid, and web applications built for performance.

Application Development

Eliminate repetitive tasks. Streamline workflows.


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<h1>Work Smarter, Not Harder</h1>

<p>Every hour spent on repetitive tasks is an hour not spent growing your business or creating something new. Cryptic Arts Laboratory builds automation solutions that handle the tedious work—accurately, reliably, and around the clock.</p>
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<h2>What We Automate</h2>

<h3>Workflow Automation</h3>
<p>Connect your tools and eliminate manual handoffs. We integrate CRMs, project management systems, communication platforms, and custom applications into seamless workflows.</p>

<h3>Data Processing</h3>
<p>ETL pipelines, batch processing, format conversions, and cleanup. We wrangle data so you don't have to.</p>

<h3>Scheduled Tasks</h3>
<p>Backups, reports, monitoring, notifications—anything that needs to happen on a schedule, we automate.</p>

<h3>DevOps & Deployment</h3>
<p>CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure provisioning, automated testing, and deployment scripts. Push code with confidence.</p>

<h2>Technologies We Use:</h2>

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    <li>Node.js / JavaScript automation</li>
    <li>Python scripting</li>
    <li>Bash / Shell scripting</li>
    <li>GitHub Actions / GitLab CI</li>
    <li>Cron jobs and task schedulers</li>
    <li>Zapier / n8n / custom integrations</li>
    <li>Docker and containerization</li>
    <li>AWS Lambda / serverless functions</li>
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    <li>Workflow analysis and automation design</li>
    <li>Custom script development</li>
    <li>API integrations</li>
    <li>Scheduled task implementation</li>
    <li>CI/CD pipeline configuration</li>
    <li>Monitoring and alerting systems</li>
    <li>Documentation and maintenance guides</li>
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Automation & Scripting

Streaming pipelines, media processing, broadcast automation.


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<h1>The Engine Behind the Content</h1>

<p>Great content deserves great infrastructure. Cryptic Arts Laboratory builds the technical systems that power audio and video production—from streaming pipelines to automated workflows.</p>
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<h2>What We Build</h2>

<h3>Streaming Infrastructure</h3>
<p>RTMP ingest, transcoding, multi-platform distribution. Whether you're broadcasting to Twitch, YouTube, or your own platform, we engineer reliable streaming pipelines.</p>

<h3>Media Processing Pipelines</h3>
<p>Automated transcoding, format conversion, thumbnail generation, and metadata extraction. Process thousands of files without manual intervention.</p>

<h3>Broadcast Automation</h3>
<p>Automated switching, graphics overlays, camera control, and playout systems. Reduce crew requirements while increasing reliability.</p>

<h3>Podcast Production Systems</h3>
<p>Recording, editing workflows, RSS feed management, and distribution automation. Streamline your production from recording to publish.</p>

<h2>Technologies We Use:</h2>

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    <li>FFmpeg (transcoding, streaming, processing)</li>
    <li>OBS / OBS.Ninja</li>
    <li>NDI networking</li>
    <li>Dante audio networking</li>
    <li>Blackmagic ATEM and HyperDeck</li>
    <li>RTMP / SRT / HLS / DASH</li>
    <li>Custom Node.js media servers</li>
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    <li>Streaming architecture design</li>
    <li>Transcoding pipeline development</li>
    <li>Broadcast system integration</li>
    <li>Live production automation</li>
    <li>Media asset management systems</li>
    <li>Podcast workflow optimization</li>
    <li>Equipment specification and procurement guidance</li>
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Audio/Video Production

Logos, brand identities, marketing materials, and digital assets that communicate clearly.


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<h1>Design That Speaks</h1>

<p>Great design does more than look good—it communicates. Cryptic Arts Laboratory crafts visual identities and creative assets that tell your story, reinforce your brand, and connect with your audience on every platform.</p>
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<h2>Our Approach</h2>

<h3>Strategy Before Pixels</h3>
<p>Every design begins with understanding your goals, audience, and competitive landscape. We research before we sketch, ensuring every visual decision serves a purpose.</p>

<h3>Consistency Across Touchpoints</h3>
<p>Your brand should be instantly recognizable whether it appears on a business card, billboard, or Instagram feed. We build cohesive visual systems that scale.</p>

<h3>Timeless Over Trendy</h3>
<p>Trends fade. We design for longevity—creating work that feels current without chasing fads that will date your brand in two years.</p>

<h2>Tools We Use:</h2>

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    <li>Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)</li>
    <li>Figma / Sketch</li>
    <li>Affinity Designer / Photo</li>
    <li>Procreate</li>
    <li>Blender (3D visualization)</li>
    <li>After Effects (motion graphics)</li>
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    <li>Logo design and brand identity</li>
    <li>Brand style guides</li>
    <li>Print collateral (business cards, brochures, flyers)</li>
    <li>Social media graphics and templates</li>
    <li>Presentation design</li>
    <li>Packaging design</li>
    <li>Infographics and data visualization</li>
    <li>Digital advertisements and banners</li>
    <li>Illustration and iconography</li>
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Graphic Design

User experiences and interface designs that balance beauty with usability.


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<h1>Design for Humans</h1>

<p>Beautiful interfaces mean nothing if users can't find what they need. Cryptic Arts Laboratory designs digital experiences that feel intuitive from the first click—where form follows function and every interaction serves a purpose.</p>
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<h2>Our Approach</h2>

<h3>Research-Driven Design</h3>
<p>We start by understanding your users—their goals, pain points, and behaviors. User interviews, competitive analysis, and journey mapping inform every design decision.</p>

<h3>Iterative Prototyping</h3>
<p>Ideas become interactive prototypes quickly. We test early and often, refining interfaces based on real feedback rather than assumptions.</p>

<h3>Accessible by Default</h3>
<p>Great UX works for everyone. We design with accessibility in mind from day one, ensuring your product reaches the widest possible audience.</p>

<h3>Design Systems That Scale</h3>
<p>Consistency breeds familiarity. We build component libraries and design systems that keep your product cohesive as it grows.</p>

<h2>Tools We Use:</h2>

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    <li>Figma</li>
    <li>Sketch</li>
    <li>Adobe XD</li>
    <li>Framer</li>
    <li>Principle (animation)</li>
    <li>Maze / UserTesting (research)</li>
    <li>Hotjar / FullStory (analytics)</li>
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    <li>User research and persona development</li>
    <li>Information architecture</li>
    <li>Wireframing and low-fidelity prototypes</li>
    <li>High-fidelity UI design</li>
    <li>Interactive prototyping</li>
    <li>Usability testing</li>
    <li>Design system creation</li>
    <li>Responsive and adaptive design</li>
    <li>Accessibility audits and remediation</li>
    <li>Design handoff and developer collaboration</li>
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UX/UI Design

Our Services

We speak fluent prototype-to-production. The gap between "it works on my machine" and "it scales to 10,000 users" is where we live.

Prototype to Production

Clean architecture. Maintainable code. Documentation you'll actually read. Your future self will thank you.

Clean Architecture

Our team comes from audio engineering, visual arts, and maker culture. We understand the creative process because we live it.