Riccardo Ciucci

Hello world, I’m Riccardo. I’m from Livorno and live in Pisa, where I study computer science at the University of Pisa and attend the Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies.

I like writing software, running my own services, and tinkering with electronics. Most of my projects involve PHP, JavaScript, Python, C#, or Docker. You can find them on GitHub.

Embedded systems

I started using Arduinos when I was in high school and later moved on to ESP32 boards and Internet of Things. I enjoy creating tools that interact with the real world and keep a handful of side projects for my free time.

Cybersecurity

I got into cybersecurity and CTFs during my first year at university. I’m part of BeautifulSSSUP, and I mainly work on web challenges, reverse engineering, and OSINT.

At my very first real CTF competition, my team (University of Pisa) came third nationwide - a result that only deepened my interest in the field.

Personal life

You're never given a dream without also being given the power to make it true

I practiced Triple jump and Long jump for many years before starting university. Despite not competing anymore, I remain a huge athelitics enjoyer.

My best results can be found on Atletica.me

As every engineer, I grew up playing with LEGO and, to this day as an adult, I can proudly say I’m still a fan.