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Notes from the studio

Thoughts, updates, and behind-the-scenes stories about building small software.

Philosophy

Why Breathe has no streaks

Streaks are a great way to grow engagement metrics and a terrible way to help someone relax. Here's why we left them out.

May 28, 2026 · 3 min read
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## Why Breathe has no streaks streaks = null badges = [] # by design
Studio

Small on purpose

Richicinschi is one person and a short list of apps. That constraint is a feature, not a phase.

May 12, 2026 · 3 min
Design

Designing in Monokai

The studio's whole identity comes from a code editor theme. Here's how a syntax palette became a brand.

Apr 30, 2026 · 4 min
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Quiet software, made with care.

Start with Breathe — free, private, and calm by default.

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