Articles & Notes

In-depth technical writing on systems architecture, reverse engineering, and the beautiful chaos of software development.

Reverse Engineering20 Oct 2023•8 min read

Introduction to Reverse Engineering: How to Take a Program Apart↗

I walk through how I examine the assembly code and memory management behind a compiled C++ application using Ghidra and IDA Pro.

Reverse EngineeringGhidraAssemblyC++
Engineering Philosophy02 Nov 2023•6 min read

Why Mathematics Matters So Much in Engineering↗

I’m not talking about memorising formulas, but about developing the analytical muscle. I believe mathematics is what separates a good developer from a mere code writer.

EngineeringMathematicsAnalytical ThinkingSoftware Philosophy
Systems Programming05 Nov 2023•7 min read

Key Differences Between Rust and C++: A Comparison of Two Systems Languages↗

From memory management to compiler philosophy, as someone who uses both daily, I explain where Rust and C++ diverge.

RustC++Systems ProgrammingMemory Management
Security22 Nov 2023•7 min read

Why Knowing Assembly Is Still a Superpower: Patching and Vulnerability Hunting↗

How I find a vulnerability in a binary without source code, and why I still learn to manually apply patches.

AssemblyBinary PatchingSecurityReverse Engineering
Computer Architecture01 Dec 2023•6 min read

Key Differences Between ARM and x86 Assembly↗

From mobile devices to servers, I explore how these two architectures differ in their instruction sets, register structures, and design philosophies.

ARMx86AssemblyComputer Architecture
Software Architecture12 Dec 2023•5 min read

Scalable System Architecture: From Monolithic Structures to Distributed Networks↗

How to make the right architectural decisions in large-scale projects. I explain the fundamental rules for making systems modular, resilient, and high-performing.

System ArchitectureScalabilityBackend
Reverse Engineering10 Jan 2024•8 min read

Why Flutter Applications Are a Nightmare to Reverse Engineer↗

Unlike Java or React Native apps, Flutter binaries resist standard static analysis. I explore Dart's AOT compilation, custom object layouts, and why traditional tools like IDA and Ghidra fail out of the box.

FlutterReverse EngineeringDartMobile Security
Security24 Jan 2024•7 min read

Demystifying DLL Injection: Manipulating Process Memory↗

DLL injection is often viewed as dark magic. I break down the Win32 API calls required to force a foreign process to load your arbitrary code.

Windows APIC++Memory ManagementReverse EngineeringSecurity
Engineering Philosophy12 Feb 2024•6 min read

Beyond the Code: Why Cross-Disciplinary Engineering Matters↗

Software engineering suffers from an identity crisis. I discuss why adopting principles from mechanical and civil engineering builds more resilient software architects.

Systems EngineeringSoftware ArchitecturePhilosophy