dBASE Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used dBASE
Rudolf E.
Last position:
Datacenter Engineer, Network & Security Administrator at International Insurance Group
Operation and further development of the network and security infrastructure.
Monitoring, analysis and resolution of network and security incidents.
Cross-departmental collaboration with other teams on operations and further development, and reporting.
Firewall vulnerability analysis.
Firewall access requests.
Troubleshooting IP communication issues on network and firewall infrastructure.
Security-critical IT infrastructure, processing of personal data, compliance with legal requirements.
Products: Palo Alto Networks Firewalls, Cisco ACI, Checkpoint Firewalls, F5
Technologies: SDN, SDWAN, Cisco EPIC, Cisco ACI
Klaus K.
Last position:
HCL Notes Banking Support, Domino Administration / Migration / Operations at Atruvia / HCL International
Description of duties “Atruvia / HCL International” Role: HCL Notes Banking Support, Domino Administration / Migration / Operations Operations, administration and technical support of the HCL Notes/Domino environment in the Atruvia banking environment on behalf of HCL. As part of an international support team, the focus was on second- and third-level support as well as the processing, management and monitoring of SLA tickets in categories 1, 2 and 3. Duties included the technical analysis and resolution of incidents in the Notes/Domino environment, system administration, and the development and modification of Lotus Notes /Domino applications and LotusScript agents when a programming solution was required. Another focus was ticket dispatching: analysing and assessing incoming tickets, assigning them to the responsible departments and specialist teams, and subsequently coordinating and tracking processing within the agreed SLA periods. There was also direct communication and coordination with subject-matter experts, departments and end customers of the connected banks. In particular, when language or technical communication problems arose within the international support team, German-language customer communication was handled and mediation between customers and technical specialists was provided. Objective Ensuring stable and reliable operation of the HCL Notes/Domino landscape in the Atruvia banking environment and the timely processing of business-critical support cases in line with the agreed Service Level Agreements. Incidents were to be analysed as early as possible and either resolved directly through administrative measures or suitable LotusScript/Notes solutions, or forwarded specifically to the responsible specialist teams. As of: 25.09.2026 (Version 2.10 LITE) including project times Page: 3 of 32 SPO-SOFT EDV Beratung, Dipl.-Ing. Klaus Kano, Tel.: +494532-2767682, Mail: [email], [link] At the same time, qualified preliminary analysis and targeted ticket dispatching were intended to ensure that every ticket reached the technically and professionally responsible department immediately and that unnecessary transfers, processing times and associated costs were reduced. Result Operational Notes/Domino support for the banks served was reliably ensured throughout the entire project period. SLA-relevant tickets were systematically analysed, prioritised, assigned to the responsible departments and tracked through to resolution. Some incidents were resolved directly through administration, technical error analysis and the development of suitable LotusScript agents and modifications to Notes/Domino applications. By directing tickets specifically to the relevant expert and specialist teams, incorrect assignments and unnecessary processing loops were reduced and compliance with the agreed SLA times was supported. Direct communication with the banks and mediation between German-speaking end customers and the international support team also contributed to efficient problem resolution and high customer satisfaction.
Jürgen K.
Last position:
Interim Management / Company Succession – Process Analysis & Stakeholder Management
As part of preparing and providing operational support for a company succession:
- Company analysis: Analysis of the overall economic, organizational and structural situation (current status, strengths/weaknesses, potential risks)
- Process analysis: Recording and documentation of all relevant business processes (BPMN, UML) in the areas of management, finance, purchasing, sales and operations
- Process optimization: Identification of weaknesses and inefficiencies, development and operational implementation of improvement measures
- Stakeholder management: Identification and analysis of all relevant internal and external stakeholders; structured communication and coordination with former and future owners, shareholders and employees
- Change management: Supporting employees and management throughout the handover process; building acceptance and trust among all parties involved
- Governance & documentation: Preparation and handover of structured operating manuals, process documentation and an organizational manual for the new business owner
- Risk & weakness analysis: Assessment of operational and strategic risks in the handover process and development of recommendations for action
- Operational support: Interim assumption of management responsibilities; ensuring business continuity during the transition phase
Silvia B.
Last position:
Business Consultant - Product Management Banking at Aareal Bank AG
- Focus on optimizing and further developing the internal customer EBICS application
- Functional and technical consulting for Aareal First Financial Solutions AG on EBICS standard products and applications in the areas of operations and further development, as well as project-related communication with external development partners and the product manufacturer to implement the corresponding technical optimizations
- As the functional coordinator, providing advice on content-related and regulatory requirements as well as technical prerequisites and requirements, and bringing these together at the functional level
- Consulting on the use of EBICS formats
- Reviewing the current EBICS standard for optimization and further development potential
- Analyzing the current state to identify development potential and deriving appropriate recommendations for action while considering regulatory requirements
- Conducting EBICS tests throughout the project
- Functional responsibility for requirements management and, in this context, recording and documenting requirements for such tests
- Designing a functional and sustainable test management system
- Conducting and evaluating tests
- Consulting on sustainable quality assurance and audits
- Project language: German and English
- Tools/Methods: MS Project, MS Office, MS Visio, TestRail, Confluence, Jira, Business Logics Bankkrecher, Business Logics Test Data Generator, Business Logics Banking Tool, Business Logics Test System, DBEAVER, Squirrel, Unix Virtual Machines, WinSCP, Kitty, Putty, various Aareal Bank products, Online Banking Portal, Aareal Sign, core banking system, SAP Blue Eagle, SAP RE-FX, Aareon Wodis Sigma, Haufe Real Estate Wowinex, GAP Group Immotion, UTS Karthago, SAP IS-U/Waste, SIV kVASy, various EBICS clients
Hans-Dieter G.
Last position:
Training as an AI Expert
I continuously expand my expertise in AI and automation. I work with ChatGPT, OpenAI, Manus, Gemini, MS CoPilot, APIs, LangChain, Hugging Face, Manus, TensorFlow, and Auto-GPT, as well as Python-based ML frameworks and MLOps tools, to intelligently transform traditional software development, analysis, and testing processes.
Reimar G.
Last position:
Freelance IT Lecturer, Project Manager and Technical Editor at Self-employed
- Delivered technical documentation and managed projects in electrical engineering, electronics, IT, automation and solar technology
- Served as sales representative
- Project manager and project engineer in renewable energy, electrical engineering, electronics and automation technology
- Produced technical documentation for clients including NRM Netzdienste GmbH (Frankfurt am Main), Salzgitter Flachstahl warm rolling mills, benthin GmbH and others
Michael K.
Last position:
Freelance Consultant at Tepo – Gebäudedienste GmbH
- Replacement and renewal of the existing client PCs with an upgrade to Windows 11 and mobile workstations with laptops and docking stations
- Introduction of Office365 with OneDrive use
- Introduction of e-invoicing with DATEV accounting software
- Revision of the standard office applications in daily use
- File storage in SharePoint instead of local data storage
- New authorization structure for users
- Use of Microsoft accounts to synchronize profiles
- Reorganization of the document scanning process with storage in SharePoint
- New backup concept in addition to the Microsoft cloud solution
- Introduction of new data structures: review and separation of data into active, inactive, private, business
- Simplification of processes
- Increased data security and improved security
- Permanent data availability at all internal and external workplaces
Pierre G.
Last position:
Ansible Automation, Windows Third Level Support at DB InfraGO AG
- PRISMA project
- Ansible automation
- Windows third-level support for Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows 2013, Windows 2016, Windows 2019
Sven R.
Last position:
Software Developer - Building Automation
- Test controller unit
- Implement test environment
- Implement virtual nodes
- Commission CANopen network
- Define and automate test cases
- Design and implement LSS state machine
- Implement data exchange between tools
- Port requirements to vTestStudio in XML format
- Products: CANoe, vTestStudio, Playwright, Cypress, Robot, .NET
- Knowledge: CAPL, C++, CANopen, concept development, Python, JavaScript, XML, C#
Luca P.
Last position:
ERP Program Manager at Fiserv
The customer is undergoing a comprehensive transformation. All SAP ECC landscapes worldwide are being migrated to SAP S/4HANA, with the goal of introducing a standard template worldwide.
The program also includes the “RISE with SAP” migration and modernization program, which may involve migrating the landscapes of selected country installations to the SAP Private Cloud.
On the stakeholder side, the program reporting line extends to the company’s executive board and that of the implementation partner.
Fiserv Germany’s ERP landscape currently includes several non-standard SAP tools and applications that extend the functionality of the ECC environment and can often be integrated into downstream systems. As part of the transition to SAP S/4HANA, it is essential to assess the core functionality, integration points and future viability of these applications in order to determine their alignment with the target architecture.
The focus of the work is on providing expert advice and assessment to define the scope, strategy and roadmap for transitioning Fiserv Germany’s SAP ECC system to SAP S/4HANA.
The recommended best practices from SAP are followed and a structured approach is used to ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption while maximizing business value.
This assessment forms the basis for a successful SAP S/4HANA transformation and ensures alignment with industry best practices, regulatory compliance and future scalability.
Migration Strategy Definition – assessment of available transition approaches based on business objectives, technical feasibility and SAP Best Practices.
Technical Readiness Assessment – conducting a system analysis to assess compatibility, custom code impact, data volume management, integration points and infrastructure readiness for SAP S/4HANA.
Business Process Impact Analysis – reviewing the latest business process documentation to define the scope and effort required to implement the necessary functions in SAP S/4HANA and to identify opportunities for process optimization.
Roadmap for Non-SAP Systems and Applications – assessment of third-party and legacy applications regarding their integration with SAP S/4HANA and recommendation of consolidation, migration or replacement strategies.
Deployment & Implementation Planning – defining a phased approach for implementation, including project schedules, risk mitigation strategies and key milestones aligned with business priorities.
This transformation takes place in phases: the Discovery phase leads to the Explore phase, which is followed by the Design phase and finally implementation.
Program management
Change management
Requirements management
Transition management
Stakeholder management
Risk management
Comprehensive coordination
Frank M.
Last position:
Plan & Code Automation UG
- Operations and rehabilitation
- During this time, development of:
- Websites zentivo-holding.com zyntra3d.com plancodeautomation.com
- Stock trading software
- Automated trading of all financial instruments listed on the stock exchange, with AI integration
- Project management software
- Automated project administration and project management with automated creation of material lists, electrical schematics, PLC programs, HMI programs, AI functions in control technology, project schedules and cost calculations, as well as quotation preparation and cost tracking.
- AI integration
- 3D printing management
- Various methods for creating 3D models from photos, videos or drawings.
- Creation of files suitable for 3D printing, 3D printer management via API.
- AI integration
Tools: Visual Studio, Codex and Cursor, HTML, Java, Python, PHP, C#, Python, SQL, Jason Script.
Alex O.
Last position:
Contractor at Telefonica Germany GmbH & Co. OHG
- Data-analysis, Preparation, gathering and coordination of business requirements for retrieval of monthly- and long term (CLV – relevant) cost- and revenue-components per contract for a customer–base–grouping project (HUB–Project) for B2C-Postpaid-Controlling
- Concept and Implementation of cost- and revenue-KPIs calculation and corresponding CLV–reports (Oracle, Perl, SVN, MS SQL Server, MS Power BI, Serviceware Performance Analytics)
- Operational support of the HUB-Project – various ad-hoc reports, deployments, job-scheduling etc. (Oracle, SVN, BICSuite–Scheduler, DWSODA etc.)
- Analysis, implementation, retrieval and reporting of various physical and financial KPIs for B2P-Prepaid Business on an existing data-mart (Oracle, Perl)
Stefan C.
Last position:
SSIS Development at Stadtsparkasse München
- Replacement of a Java application and the Oracle DB for loading the internal WerWasWo system using SSIS.
- Development of SSIS packages to load text files into the database (SQL Server)
- Development of a database project for deployment on various servers
- Creation of queries to monitor the loading runs
- Development of a PowerShell script to automate the deployment of the SSDT projects.
- Oracle, SQL Developer, Microsoft SQL Server 2022 on-premises, SQL Server Management Studio v21, Visual Studio 2022, SSIS, SSDT, PowerShell.
Michael K.
Last position:
DevOps, Linux Administrator, Infrastructure, Security at ERGO / ITErgo
- Installation, planning, maintenance and further development of the server farm in the area of hardware and software
- Migration of live systems with minimized downtime
- Processing tickets and changes in daily business
- Documentation of changes and processes in Confluence
- Test runs in the development environment
- Configuration and administration of Linux systems
- Configuration and administration of backup systems (Dell Networker, DataDomain)
- Administration of the Checkpoint firewall
Sebastian K.
Last position:
Self-employed business consultant; Lotus Notes Consultant; Data Center Specialist; Project Manager at Sebastian Kenter EDV Consult
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Statistics of experts using dBASE
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
35 years
Position duration
1.8 years
Positions per freelancer
29
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Banking and Finance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
68%
Master's degree or higher
48%
Certifications per freelancer
3
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 dBASE
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.
dBASE 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 (91%)
- Manufacturing (77%)
- Banking and Finance (69%)
- Automotive (66%)
- Government and Administration (51%)
- Transportation (49%)
- Energy (46%)
- Telecommunication (43%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
dBASE foundations
dBASE is a database management system and programming language known for its command-line roots, structured data files and rapid business application development. Its ecosystem includes dBASE Plus, the modern commercial product, as well as legacy applications built with earlier dBASE versions and compatible tools. Companies still rely on these systems for durable, task-specific database workflows.
Business applications
dBASE is commonly found in small and mid-sized business software, especially where teams need direct control over records, forms and reports. Typical deliverables include:
- Customer, inventory and order databases
- Accounting, billing and administration tools
- Data-entry forms, reports and exports
- Utilities for archiving and record validation
- Interfaces between legacy data and newer applications
Ecosystem and tooling
Work with dBASE can involve DBF tables, SQL queries, indexes, forms, reports, macros and procedural code. Professionals may also handle dBASE Plus, Visual dBASE, Clipper or FoxPro-related files when a company has inherited a mixed environment. Useful adjacent skills include Windows application support, relational database concepts, ODBC connectivity, scripting, data conversion and backup design.
When expertise matters
Companies usually bring in freelance expertise when a long-running application is difficult to maintain, its original specialist is unavailable or business data must move safely into another system. Support may cover bug fixing, performance issues, documentation, feature changes and controlled migration. In Germany, specialists may also need to coordinate with internal IT teams and business users in German while documenting technical decisions in English.
Modernization projects
A strong professional first maps tables, dependencies, workflows and reporting needs before changing code or data. They can separate urgent corrections from longer-term modernization, then choose between continued dBASE Plus development, integration with a current database or a staged replacement. Reliable migration preserves field meanings, keys, dates, encodings and audit-relevant history instead of treating DBF files as simple spreadsheets.
Signs of quality
Look for specialists who can explain legacy code clearly and show how they protect production data during changes. Useful indicators include:
- A repeatable backup and rollback procedure
- Tests for forms, reports, imports and exports
- Careful handling of indexes, locks and shared files
- Clear mapping from old fields to new structures
- Practical handover notes for internal teams
The best fit combines dBASE fluency with disciplined maintenance, business understanding and honest advice about whether to extend or replace the existing system.
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about dBASE, in one place.
dBASE is used to maintain business databases, forms, reports and data-entry applications, often in long-running Windows environments. A specialist can support inventory, customer, accounting or administrative workflows and connect their data with newer software.
dBASE is often valued for its compact, file-based applications and familiar procedural model, while Microsoft Access offers a broader desktop database environment and server databases provide stronger centralised concurrency and scale. The right choice depends on data volume, collaboration needs, integrations and the cost of changing a working legacy system.
A strong dBASE specialist may also understand dBASE Plus, DBF structures, SQL, ODBC, Windows support and data migration. Knowledge of FoxPro, Clipper or other xBase tools can be useful when a company has inherited related files or code.
The required experience depends on the task rather than the label. A small report change may need focused knowledge of the application, while migration or recovery work calls for a professional who can inspect dependencies, validate records and plan rollback safely.
dBASE maintenance can often be performed remotely when secure access to the application, test data and documentation is available. On-site collaboration may help when the system runs on an isolated office network or when specialists must observe daily workflows with German-speaking users.
Before changing dBASE code, a freelancer should identify the active tables, indexes, forms, reports, shared-file behaviour and external integrations. They should also confirm backups, test procedures, encoding assumptions and the business rules that are not documented in the source.
dBASE can be a practical source system for a staged migration, provided its tables and business rules are examined carefully. A professional should reconcile records, preserve important relationships and run parallel validation before users depend on the new database.
Quality dBASE work is traceable, tested and reversible. Ask for a clear change plan, evidence that reports and imports still produce correct results, documentation of data transformations and a handover that lets the internal team support the result.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used dBASE in their recent projects is 100 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 799 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used dBASE in their recent projects, 68% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 48% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used dBASE in their recent projects have 35 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used dBASE in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (31%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used dBASE in their recent projects are Information Technology (91%), Manufacturing (77%), and Banking and Finance (69%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used dBASE in their recent projects are Information Technology (97%), Project Management (86%), and Quality Assurance (83%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used dBASE
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