30 Years of Engineering Experience. Now With AI That Actually Works.
XRTIC helps small and mid-size businesses solve real technical problems — from modernizing legacy systems and cutting infrastructure costs, to building practical AI tools that deliver measurable results.

Applied AI & LLM Development
Building practical AI tools — not hype, not demos. LLM-powered applications, AI-assisted workflows, and intelligent automation that fit your budget and your actual business needs.

Legacy Modernization
Got an aging PHP/Python/Java/* app, a fragile hosting setup, or a database held together with duct tape? We’ve been modernizing systems for years, reducing cost and technical debt without the drama of a full rewrite.

Web Development/DevOps Infrastructure
From web development to container deployments to DNS headaches to cost optimization — if it lives between your code and your users, we can help you make it faster, cheaper, and more reliable.

Architecture & Strategy
Not sure which direction to take your stack? Need an honest second opinion before a big investment? XRTIC provides experienced, vendor-neutral technical guidance — the kind you’d get from a trusted CTO.
About Xrtic
Xrtic (pronounced ZER-tick) Consulting is Kurt Overberg— an independent engineering consultant with over three decades of hands-on experience across software architecture, devops, database design, and applied AI. No account managers, no hand-offs. You work directly with a senior engineer who’s seen it all and can tell you the truth.
Recent work includes migrating 50+ websites to cut hosting costs significantly, modernizing legacy PHP applications, building custom database systems, and developing LLM-powered tools for shopping intelligence and automated code auditing. If you have a technical problem and want an experienced engineer in your corner, let’s talk.


“Knowing that Xrtic is on the case helps me relax at night.”
Pretty Much Everyone
Why Choose Us
You Work With Me, Not My Staff
No account managers, no junior developers learning on your dime. Every engagement is handled personally by a senior engineer with 30+ years of experience. You get straight answers and real expertise from day one.
Speed Without Sacrifice
As an independent consultant I move fast. No internal bureaucracy, no lengthy approval chains. I can assess your situation, give you an honest recommendation, and start solving problems quickly.
I Will Tell You What You Need, Not What Sounds Good
My only incentive is solving your problem well. No upselling, no vendor kickbacks, no bloated project scopes. If something isn’t worth doing, I’ll tell you.
Xrtic, Inc
Senior Engineering & Applied AI Consulting
info@xrtic.com
+1-617-981-4949
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