ActiveX Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used ActiveX
Andreas G.
Last position:
Senior Fullstack .NET (Core) & Angular Developer at IT Service Provider
- Supporting several agile teams in the new product development of an enterprise CRM and ERP application
- Web frontend development with Angular 17–21 (microfrontends, Domain-Driven Design, MDB-Bootstrap)
- Backend development with C# and .NET 7–10, MongoDB, MassTransit, RabbitMQ, Entity Framework Core, ElasticSearch (microservices, DDD)
- Technical feature design for assigned tasks
- Technical architecture design including forward-looking planning of AI-supported extension options
- Proof-of-concept implementation of AI-supported workflows with n8n and a locally hosted LLM (Ollama)
- Coordination with stakeholders and Product Owners, support with sprint planning
Result: Delivery of production-ready microservices and frontend modules in agile sprint cycles.
Environment: .NET 7–10 · Angular 17–21 · C# · TypeScript · OpenAPI · Microfrontends · DDD · Kubernetes · Docker · Helm · MS SQL Server · PostgreSQL · MongoDB · MassTransit · RabbitMQ · EF Core · ElasticSearch · Kibana · Azure DevOps · KeyCloak · n8n · Ollama
Svyetoslav P.
Last position:
CTO at Skar Audio
- Main developer in an online retail company
- Built an online shop using the Next.JS React framework
- Integrated the site with dozens of third-party apps using REST and GraphQL APIs
- Built a backend for order management, warehouse management (with iPhone app), and supply management
- Automated invoicing and finances with QuickBooks
Wolfgang S.
Last position:
Software Developer / Aviation Commissioning Engineer at Vakuum Schmelze Hanau
- Development of automation software and commissioning of a pneumatic press for processing electrical sheet stator cores, including KUKA robot handling, process monitoring, and connected measurement systems for quality inspection and sorting.
Ronald T.
Last position:
Product Owner at Dataport AöR
- Setting up and growing the business unit
- Stakeholder management
- Conducting and facilitating workshops to gather requirements
- Requirements analysis and solution design
- Backlog management
- Project planning and management
- Resource planning
Dieter M.
Last position:
Software Engineer at Hamma UWT
Integration of a safety shutdown into the firmware of the MISCEO product after a specific limit value (capping) for the dispensing quantity is reached.
Familiarization with the product and its firmware (C code and functional operation).
Identification of the code sections required for the change.
Implementation of the enhancement.
Testing and documentation (source code only).
Target platform: Embedded firmware without an operating system.
Tools: Eclipse, C.
Bernhard H.
Last position:
Conversion of external Excel and CSV delivery point lists for internal database interface, architecture at Stadtwerke Heilbronn
- Conversion of external Excel and CSV delivery point lists for the internal database interface.
- Stadtwerke receives delivery point lists from external service providers in Excel or as CSV files. These lists are not interface-compliant and must be converted for import into the database. Using Excel, the relevant data from the service providers for electricity and/or gas is prepared accordingly.
- Extension of the program with new features.
- Excel programming using VBA.
- Operating system: Windows 2010.
- Software: Excel, VBA.
Ould Aly I.
Last position:
Functional Safety Assessor at VW
- Pre-assessments and review of functional safety status for ADAS ECUs and body controller components
- Conduct functional safety audits
- Review the functional safety status of the E3 1.2 in a pre-assessment
- Document interviews
- Document findings and generate internal reports
Methods:
- ISO26262
- Automotive SPICE Level 2, 3
- Agile methods, SAFe
Tools:
- DOORS
- Enterprise Architect
- JIRA & Confluence
- IQ-FMEA
- Isograph
Wolfgang F.
Last position:
Delphi Software Developer at Goebel Instrumentelle Analytik
- Took over software development and further development of an HPLC and photometer control and evaluation system
- Skills: software development · software system engineering · Microsoft SQL Server · software design · Delphi · HPLC · analytics · PDF · product data management
Heiko H.
Last position:
Fullstack Developer / Architect
- Design and implementation of a solution for managing projects, materials, and assets in field operations
- Development of a modern web application (Blazor) for project managers to track inventory, plan demand, and issue transport and purchase orders
- Delivery of a mobile MAUI app for field staff to store and retrieve materials with location-based photo documentation in map views
- Control of the full business logic through a central API
- Tech stack: .NET 9, C#, WebAPI, Blazor, MAUI, REST, PostgreSQL, Entity Framework, Docker, Docker Compose, Ansible, Keycloak, Aspire
- Identity and access management with Keycloak
- Deployment and orchestration via Docker Compose and Ansible
- Project in testing and evaluation phase
Michael S.
Last position:
Consultant, Architect, Developer at Self-employed
Holger G.
Last position:
IT at Holger Grittner Consulting
Thomas H.
Last position:
Consultant/Developer, Technical Project Lead at Liquid Concept GmbH & Co. KG
Analysis and selection of system components for the web frontend
Creation of a technical concept
Consolidation of the data basis in the backend
Implementation of the web application with HCL Domino Leap
Coordination of the setup of two-factor authentication
Testing and go-live
The low-code development environment HCL Domino Leap made it possible to implement a working web application in a short time.
The read access authorization concept was supported without additional programming.
Authentication for the web application was implemented using OAuth and Google Authenticator.
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Statistics of experts using ActiveX
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
33 years
Position duration
3.2 years
Positions per freelancer
21
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Business Intelligence
Bachelor's degree or higher
86%
Master's degree or higher
71%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.
Average rates of experts in Germany using ActiveX
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
ActiveX experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (92%)
- Manufacturing (75%)
- Automotive (50%)
- Professional Services (50%)
- Telecommunication (50%)
- Chemical (42%)
- Energy (42%)
- Banking and Finance (42%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What ActiveX is
ActiveX is a Microsoft component technology for adding reusable functionality to Windows applications and web pages. It is closely associated with COM, OLE and the former Internet Explorer ecosystem, where ActiveX controls enabled rich interaction beyond standard browser features. Existing enterprise software still relies on it for data entry, device access and specialised user interfaces.
Where it runs
ActiveX components appear in long-lived Windows environments, internal portals and desktop applications that connect directly to local resources. Typical systems include manufacturing workstations, trading tools, document workflows, healthcare equipment interfaces and business software built around Microsoft technologies. German companies often encounter ActiveX when maintaining established operational systems that cannot be replaced quickly.
Ecosystem and tooling
Strong ActiveX specialists understand the surrounding Microsoft stack rather than treating a control as an isolated file. Their work may involve:
- COM and OLE interfaces, type libraries and registration
- Visual Basic, Visual C++ and Windows API integration
- Internet Explorer compatibility and browser security settings
- ActiveX Data Objects for database access
- .NET interoperability and migration preparation
Typical project work
Companies bring in freelance expertise to repair broken controls, expose existing functionality to another application or document undocumented interfaces. Deliverables can include a new or updated OCX component, installation scripts, interface specifications, test plans and a controlled migration path. Specialists may also trace registry, permission and bitness issues that prevent a component from loading.
When outside expertise helps
ActiveX work becomes urgent when a key workflow depends on an ageing browser, a local device or a proprietary Windows application. Useful signs include recurring security warnings, failed registrations, unreliable COM calls, missing source code or a planned move away from Internet Explorer. In Germany, remote collaboration is often practical, while access to a protected workstation or production device may require an on-site phase and clear German or English documentation.
What strong specialists deliver
Quality comes from careful interface analysis, reproducible testing and respect for the risks of legacy systems. Strong professionals distinguish a browser issue from a COM, registry, permission or deployment problem, and they explain trade-offs before changing a live component. They also isolate native code, validate installation and rollback steps, protect sensitive data and leave maintainable documentation for the team that will operate the system.
Frequently asked questions
The facts hiring teams ask for most often when it comes to ActiveX.
ActiveX is still used in selected Windows applications, internal portals and specialised interfaces that need direct access to local files, devices or system resources. Companies usually maintain it because an established workflow depends on a COM component or a control that is costly to replace immediately.
ActiveX can provide deeper Windows integration than standard browser technologies, but it has a narrower environment and higher maintenance burden. HTML, JavaScript and modern web APIs are usually easier to deploy across devices, while a controlled Windows environment may still justify retaining an existing ActiveX component.
A strong ActiveX professional should understand COM, OLE, Windows API, registry configuration and the relevant Visual Basic or Visual C++ codebase. Experience with .NET interoperability, database connectivity, installer tooling and browser security is also valuable when the component sits inside a larger business system.
The right level of ActiveX experience depends on the system’s age, documentation and risk. A small registration or compatibility fix may need focused specialist support, while a critical migration requires someone who can inspect native code, map COM interfaces, test dependent workflows and plan a safe rollback.
ActiveX maintenance can often be done remotely when the company can provide a secure development environment, logs and reproducible test cases. On-site work may be necessary for protected production systems, industrial devices or networks that cannot expose the required Windows environment; German and English collaboration are both common expectations.
A useful ActiveX brief names the host application, Windows environment, component files, source-code availability and the exact failure or business goal. Include installation constraints, connected devices, security requirements and test access so the professional can assess the integration without guessing.
Look for evidence that the ActiveX specialist has diagnosed COM registration, threading, permissions and deployment issues in real systems. Quality work includes reproducible tests, clear interface documentation, controlled installation and rollback procedures, and an explanation of whether repair, isolation or migration is the safest option.
The main ActiveX risks include insecure browser exposure, undocumented native dependencies, registry conflicts and changes to the Windows environment. A careful professional limits the component to a controlled context, reviews permissions, tests dependent workflows and defines a replacement or containment plan when continued use is no longer suitable.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used ActiveX in their recent projects is 104 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 835 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used ActiveX in their recent projects, 86% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 71% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used ActiveX in their recent projects have 33 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used ActiveX in their recent projects are German (100%), English (92%), and French (25%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used ActiveX in their recent projects are Information Technology (92%), Manufacturing (75%), and Automotive (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used ActiveX in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (83%), and Quality Assurance (75%).
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