Garrett Fritz

Garrett Fritz

Partner & CTO

Long Beach, California

Expertise

Systems Engineering Product Management Technology Strategy Startup Scaling Mobile App Development Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Achievements

  • • 1st Place: NASA Systems Engineering Paper Competition (2010)
  • • NASA Revolutionary Aerospace Systems Concepts Academic Linkage (RASC-AL) Forum
  • • Order of Omega Honor Society
  • • US Patent Holder: Recoil Simulator and Method for an Imitation Machine Gun

MIT-educated aerospace engineer turned technology leader with extensive experience building and scaling startups. Garrett brings deep technical expertise and strategic vision to help companies transform their digital products through innovative mobile and AI solutions.

Garrett Fritz combines the precision of aerospace engineering with entrepreneurial innovation to deliver transformative technology solutions at MetaCTO. As Partner and CTO, he leverages his MIT education and extensive startup experience to guide companies through complex digital transformations.

Engineering Excellence Meets Entrepreneurial Spirit

With a unique background that spans from NASA competitions to successful startup exits, Garrett brings a rare combination of technical depth and business acumen to every project. His aerospace engineering training at MIT instilled a systems-thinking approach that he applies to building scalable, reliable mobile applications.

Proven Leadership at MetaCTO

As Partner and CTO at MetaCTO, Garrett combines his MIT aerospace engineering background with extensive entrepreneurial experience to deliver exceptional mobile and AI solutions for clients. His unique approach focuses on building scalable, cost-effective platforms that achieve significant business outcomes.

Technical Leadership Philosophy

Garrett’s approach to technology leadership emphasizes:

Strategic Architecture
”Nobody Reads” - Garrett’s First Principle of Software Engineering reflects his pragmatic approach to building systems that are intuitive and self-documenting, reducing friction in development and user experience.

Efficient Scaling
Expert at achieving more with less, consistently delivering enterprise-grade solutions at startup budgets through smart architecture decisions and efficient team management.

Quality Through Process
Implemented comprehensive evaluation structures and development workflows that boost team retention, improve code quality, and ensure timely project delivery.

Innovation & Research

Garrett’s commitment to innovation extends beyond commercial projects:

Innovation & Research
Garrett’s commitment to innovation extends beyond commercial projects, with published research in augmented reality training systems and holding a US patent for simulation technology, demonstrating his ability to innovate across diverse technical domains.

Core Competencies

  • Programming Languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Swift, Kotlin, Java
  • Frameworks & Technologies: React Native, Flutter, Node.js, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, AWS
  • Specializations: Mobile app architecture, Real-time systems, AI/ML integration, Cloud infrastructure
  • Leadership: Agile methodologies, Remote team management, Strategic planning, Stakeholder engagement

The MetaCTO Advantage

At MetaCTO, Garrett focuses on:

Practical Innovation
Garrett helps clients navigate from concept to successful product launch with clear technical roadmaps and proven methodologies.

Scalable Solutions
Drawing from experience scaling platforms to hundreds of thousands of users, he ensures every architecture decision supports both immediate needs and future growth.

Cost-Effective Excellence
Proven ability to deliver enterprise-quality solutions at fraction of typical costs through smart technology choices and efficient development practices.

Strategic Partnership
Acting as a fractional CTO for clients, providing the strategic technology leadership typically reserved for Fortune 500 companies.

Whether you’re a startup looking to build your first MVP or an established company seeking to modernize your mobile presence, Garrett brings the technical expertise, strategic vision, and practical experience needed to transform your ideas into successful digital products.

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Firebase Auth Competitors in 2024 - Top Alternatives for Your Mobile App
Mobile Apps Jan 30, 2025 Garrett Fritz

Firebase Auth Competitors in 2024 - Top Alternatives for Your Mobile App

While Firebase Auth is a popular choice for mobile app authentication, the evolving landscape offers powerful alternatives that may better suit your app's unique security, user experience, and scalability requirements. Partner with our fractional CTOs to select and implement the ideal authentication solution, ensuring your app is secure, user-friendly, and ready to scale.

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