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Alexander H.

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Senior Product & Strategy Consultant Strategic Product Management, Product & Platform Development, Go-to-Market,

Frankfurt am Main
Alexander H.

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Senior Product & Strategy Consultant at hegehofer.consulting

Design, development, and market launch of digital products and platforms – from strategic alignment and agile implementation to Go-to-Market and Go-Live, integrating AI into processes and products

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Saqib J.

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Senior Solution & Software Architect · Interim IT Lead · AI/Agentic AI, Cloud, .NET

Erlensee
Saqib J.

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AI Developer / AI Engineer (Lead) at KOM4TEC GmbH

  • Designed and implemented modular AI assistants for sales and business processes within the Microsoft ecosystem (Agentic AI, Copilot extensions)
  • Frontend architecture and development with React + TypeScript for embedded chat and assistant surfaces (streaming UI, Hooks, React Query, OpenAPI clients)
  • Enterprise-level agent development: reusable skill/agent library, MCP servers, review and compliance gates
  • LLM integration into the user experience: Anthropic (Claude), OpenAI, tool use, RAG pipelines, prompt engineering, guardrails
  • Architecture and code review consulting, and mentoring within the AI development team
  • Integration with Microsoft Graph, Power Platform, and Azure services
  • Technologies: React, TypeScript, Anthropic Claude, OpenAI, MCP, RAG, Microsoft Graph, Power Platform, Azure
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Maxime D.

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Lead Product Manager E-invoicing & AI

Frankfurt am Main
Maxime D.

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Lead Product Manager E-invoicing & AI at fino data services GmbH

  • Responsible for the concept, planning, and delivery of product development for GetMyInvoices 2.0 and its subcomponent InvoiceRails
  • Independently handled all aspects of the project, including concept development, writing ticket specifications, and coordinating developers
  • Created, managed, and prioritized tickets to ensure all tasks were completed on time and to a high standard
  • Conducted and/or coordinated tests and ensured the proper implementation of developed features and functionality
  • Worked closely with developers to clarify technical requirements and ensure implementations met specifications
  • Regularly reported on project progress and documented key decisions, changes, and risks
  • Took the lead on all topics related to e-invoicing and Peppol, especially regarding the InvoiceRails component
  • Provided internal guidance and shared knowledge about e-invoicing and Peppol with other teams and departments
  • Tracked market trends and new developments in e-invoicing and Peppol to continuously adapt the product strategy
  • Ensured the products’ long-term scalability and adaptability to future technological and legal changes in e-invoicing
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Arash K.

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Global Digital Product Manager, IoT Services

Frankfurt am Main
Arash K.

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Global Digital Product Manager, IoT Services at Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH

  • Responsibility for the further development of digital service products with a focus on customer value, profitability, and scalable growth
  • Development and prioritization of the service product roadmap based on customer feedback, market analysis, financial evaluation, and technical feasibility
  • Identification of new digital service opportunities as well as derivation of product requirements, feature priorities, and value propositions
  • Alignment of product vision, roadmap, and user experience with product owners, center of competence, sales, service, and market organizations
  • Support of go-to-market activities, market validations, and internal training for the successful launch of digital service offerings
  • Use of data-based decision-making to assess customer needs, business model assumptions, and product progress
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Ulf S.

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Interim Consulting

Bad Homburg vor der Höhe
Ulf S.

Last position:

Innovation Manager at Claas

  • Steer innovation projects for AI-based systems, focusing on plant detection technology for agricultural applications.
  • Champion digital transformation initiatives within software departments, advocating for Agile methodologies and Scrum-based workflows.
  • Analyse and optimise team infrastructure, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and strategic development.
  • Pioneered integration of AI technology in agricultural equipment, significantly advancing precision farming techniques.
  • Designed a cloud-based dashboard platform, facilitating real-time data access and decision-making for field management.
  • Developed camera-based GPS systems for tractors, enhancing field analysis capabilities.
  • Created and implemented AI interfaces for pre-processing image data, ensuring seamless statistics delivery to the cloud via LTE.
  • Innovated cloud-based dashboard platforms, introducing cutting-edge technology concepts and coordinating cross-functional teams to execute project visions.
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Christian G.

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Freelance Journalist

Frankfurt am Main
Christian G.

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Freelance Journalist at Adel & Link GmbH & Co. KG

  • Wrote specialist articles on management consulting, digitalization and IT topics
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Ashkan Z.

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Microsoft Azure Senior Data Engineer / Senior Data Scientist

Kelkheim (Taunus)
Ashkan Z.

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Microsoft Azure Senior Data Engineer / Senior Data Scientist at Vattenfall Europe

  • Advising on the use of analytics and BI tools and services in the Microsoft Azure stack (e.g. MS Fabric, Synapse Workspaces and dedicated SQL pools, SQL Database, PostgreSQL, Snowflake, Databricks, Data Factory, SSIS, Analysis Services, Function Apps, Power BI, ML)
  • Independently designing analytics solutions with Python, SQL, etc.
  • Designing and implementing ETLs and data pipelines
  • Creating and maintaining APIs
  • Independently applying CI/CD, testing, and version control
  • Data modeling
  • Model development and optimization
  • Anomaly detection with AI
  • Predictive analytics

Used technologies:

  • Snowflake
  • Fabric
  • Azure Synapse Analytics
  • Azure DataFactory
  • Azure Data Lake
  • Azure DevOps
  • Databricks
  • Spark
  • CI/CD
  • SQL Database
  • Python
  • Power Platform
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Florian F.

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Senior Backend Developer

Eschborn
Florian F.

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Senior Backend Developer at ING Deutschland AG

  • Database design with Oracle DB, JPA and Flyway considering high performance requirements
  • Analysis of multiple architecture drafts and identification of technical risks
  • Design and implementation of various interfaces and integrations, especially REST APIs and Kafka topics
  • Setup of Elasticsearch for monitoring and analyzing log data
  • Establishment of an iterative work approach in the project team facing complex business requirements
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Tobias G.

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Head of IT D-A-CH (CIO)

Kelkheim (Taunus)
Tobias G.

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Head of IT D-A-CH (CIO) at Sodexo Service GmbH

  • Responsible for IT strategy and operational IT governance in the D-A-CH region, covering infrastructure, applications, operations, security, and support
  • Developed and implemented a strategic IT transformation to improve scalability, efficiency, and security of IT systems
  • Managed a team of 25 specialists and coordinated with global and regional IT stakeholders
  • Deployed a centralized IT service model for 250+ sites to standardize and optimize processes
  • Supported and technically executed a carve-out to ensure business continuity
  • Introduced modern cloud technologies and automation solutions to optimize processes
  • Ensured compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR, and ITIL standards to minimize security risks
  • Reduced IT costs by 20% through cloud migration and IT consolidation
  • Built and led a high-performing IT team with focus on innovation and service orientation
  • Led IT transformation projects including ERP migration, IT security, and digitalization
  • Improved IT security level by implementing ISO 27001 and GDPR-compliant processes
  • Optimized service times by 30% through AI-powered process automation
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Umer D.

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Activation and Vocational Integration Program with Integrated Language Support

Hanau
Umer D.

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Activation and Vocational Integration Program with Integrated Language Support at Berlitz

  • Intensive language course with a focus on professional language content.
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Suneel D.

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SAP Consultant & Developer (ABAP & PI/PO & BTP Integration Suite)

Schwalbach am Taunus
Suneel D.

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SAP Consultant & Developer at KS KeySolutions GmbH

  • ABAP developments for rku.it GmbH, Agena GmbH, Koenig & Bauer AG, Salzgitter AG, duagon AG
  • Redesigned material configuration data mass maintenance Fiori app for Siemens AG Engineering to resolve system resource issues
  • Conducted S4Hana ABAP code remediation, ATC checks, and implemented ABAP parallel processing for Voestalpine AG
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Martin G.

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Product Management for Medical Portal

Bad Homburg
Martin G.

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Product Management for Medical Portal at MedTech Startup

  • Product strategy and roadmap development for digital health portal
  • Requirements engineering and feature prioritization
  • User story definition and backlog management
  • Prototype development
  • Implementation of continuous delivery
  • Search engine optimization
  • Technological environment: Claude Code, Claude Sonnet 4.5, Agentic Coding, TypeScript, React, AstroJS, PostgreSQL, JetBrains IntelliJ, Netlify, Supabase, GitHub Actions, Git, DevOps, continuous delivery
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Illia S.

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Front-End Developer

Frankfurt am Main
Illia S.

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Front-End Developer at Tangram Internet Services GmbH

  • IAUP (Interregional Academy of Personnel Management) commissioned the development of a distance learning system for its secondary school subdivision.
  • Development of the website [link]
  • Development of a billing system and integration with various payment systems
  • Development of a distance learning system based on the open source Moodle solution
  • Integration of the distance learning system into the user office on the [link] website
  • Front-end: Vue.js v2, Nuxt.js, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SCSS
  • Back-end: LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP), PHP Framework Laravel, Redis, Swagger, MySQL 8.x, PayPal API
  • DevOps: Docker, CI/CD, GIT
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Tan P.

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DevOps & Fullstack Engineer

Hanau
Tan P.

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DevOps Engineer in the DevOps Team at Rise-World

  • Implementation of specified DevOps solutions to automate infrastructure (Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation, Ansible) on-premises datacenter (Ovirt, Proxmox, Ceph Cluster, MinIO) and private cloud.
  • Administration, configuration and implementation of CI/CD DevOps pipelines (GitLab, GitFlow) to support development process (Artifactory, Prometheus, Istio, service mesh, Helm Chart, OpenShift (Red Hat Enterprise) / Kubernetes cluster), Red Hat Satellite.
  • Administration, setup, monitoring and patching of Linux infrastructure based on Red Hat Enterprise for Dev, Test and QA.
  • Use of Scrum and Kanban methods.
  • Administration, configuration and implementation of security standards for deploying on Dev, Test, QA and Prod stages of the new ePA applications.
  • Development of new plugins and add-ons needed on current infrastructure.
  • Database support.
  • Data analytics support (Python, Spark, Pandas, Power BI, Splunk Enterprise).
  • Implementation of best practices for DevSecOps and BizDevOps using GitOps (ArgoCD), Streamlit framework, Semaphore Ansible UI.
  • Configuration and testing of iperf, uperf, sysbench using benchmark-operator for external source data and IoT/MDM devices, creating reports via ELK / OpenSearch.
  • Building a new Databricks platform to collect and analyze big data from different sources and IoT devices into Hadoop framework (Python, Pandas, PySpark, Power BI, Apache Airflow).
  • Building backend data aggregation and processing to automate configuration deployment between different OpenShift clusters and big data framework (Python, Pandas, PySpark, Apache Spark, PostgreSQL, Django 2, Ansible Automation, Jira JSM).
  • Building a new ML pipeline platform using Kubeflow, TensorFlow, KServe.
  • Data extraction, transformation and loading from different data sources including structured and unstructured data to analytic DWH / big data cluster using Python, Pandas, Polars, Power BI, Django backend and PostgreSQL.
  • Setup of new DevOps Test and QA HashiCorp Vault cluster for PKI and IAM.
  • Configuration and testing of automated patching based on CVSS score, SIEM-integrated CVEs.
  • Use of Nexpose and InsightVM to scan vulnerability events in network, host, container and application.
  • Design and implementation of secure and scalable AWS architectures including VPC, EC2, S3, RDS and Route53 and similar setups on Azure and GCP.
  • Automated system provisioning and deployment using CloudFormation templates.
  • Configuration of IAM roles, policies and permissions to ensure secure access control.
  • Patch management, backup automation and disaster recovery setup on AWS infrastructure.
  • Monitoring and optimization of system performance using AWS CloudWatch and AWS Trusted Advisor.
  • Support of VMware services (vSphere, Aria, Horizon) and the virtual desktop environment.
  • Development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD and AWS CodePipeline with interface to Nutanix.
  • Configuration of AWS CloudWatch to monitor application performance and system events.
  • Planning and execution of migration of on-premises applications to AWS cloud platforms.
  • Deployment of containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes in AWS environments.
  • Deployment of internal software packages between availability zones using AWS CodeDeploy.
  • Building and deploying ML models using Scikit-learn, XGBoost and Spark MLlib including hyperparameter tuning, model evaluation and production deployment.

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Statistics of experts using Internet of Things

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Experience

20 years

Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt have 20 years of professional experience on average.

Position duration

2.6 years (Germany: 3.2 years)

Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt stay in a single position for 2.6 years on average. It is 0.6 years less than in Germany, where the average stands at 3.2 years.

Positions per freelancer

15 (Germany: 12)

Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt have completed 15 positions on average over the course of their careers. It is 3 more than in Germany, where the average stands at 12.

Top business areas

Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management

Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt have gathered most of their hands-on project experience in Information Technology, Product Development, and Project Management.

Top industries

Information Technology, Manufacturing, Automotive

Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt are most in demand in Information Technology, Manufacturing, and Automotive.

Certification focus areas

Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development

Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt earn their certifications most often in Information Technology, Project Management, and Product Development.

Bachelor's degree or higher

94% (Germany: 93%)

94% of Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt hold at least a Bachelor's degree. It is 1% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 93%.

Master's degree or higher

56% (Germany: 63%)

56% of Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt hold at least a Master's degree. It is 7% lower than in Germany, where the rate stands at 63%.

Doctorate

11% (Germany: 10%)

11% of Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt have a doctorate (PhD). It is 1% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 10%.

Certifications per freelancer

5 (Germany: 3)

Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt hold 5 professional certifications on average. It is 2 more than in Germany, where the average stands at 3.

Most common languages

German, English, French

Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt most often speak German, English, and French.

Speak two or more languages

95% (Germany: 98%)

95% of Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt speak two or more languages. It is 3% lower than in Germany, where the rate stands at 98%.

Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.

Daily rate distribution

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11% of Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt charge less than €480 per day.
21% of Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt charge between €480 and €640 per day.
42% of Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt charge between €800 and €960 per day.
16% of Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt charge between €960 and €1120 per day.
11% of Internet of Things experts in Frankfurt charge €1280 or more per day.
<€480 €480-​640 €800-​960 €960-​1120 €1280+

The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt using Internet of Things

Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.

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Daily rate avg. 804 €
Germany avg. 845 €

The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.

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Median rate 800 €
Germany median 800 €

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.

Internet of Things 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 (100%)
  • Manufacturing (59%)
  • Automotive (55%)
  • Banking and Finance (50%)
  • Education (41%)
  • Healthcare (41%)
  • Professional Services (41%)
  • Retail (41%)

Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.

About the technology

Connected systems

Internet of Things, commonly called IoT, links physical objects with sensors, software and networks so they can collect, exchange and act on data. It supports connected machinery, smart buildings, medical equipment, logistics assets and consumer products. A complete solution usually spans device hardware, connectivity, edge processing, cloud services and user applications.

Typical use cases

IoT projects turn live information from the physical world into decisions, alerts and automated workflows.

  • Monitor machines, energy use and environmental conditions
  • Track vehicles, goods and reusable equipment
  • Control lighting, heating, access and building systems
  • Create connected products with remote diagnostics
  • Combine sensor data with maintenance and business software

Ecosystem and tooling

Strong specialists work across embedded software, device provisioning, messaging and data pipelines. Common tools and services include MQTT, OPC UA, LoRaWAN, Bluetooth Low Energy, cellular connectivity, Node-RED and cloud services from AWS, Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud. They also understand APIs, databases, dashboards, identity management and OTA device updates.

When expertise matters

Companies often bring in freelance IoT specialists when a connected product must move from prototype to dependable operation, or when an existing device estate produces unreliable data. Expertise is also valuable for integrating sensors with ERP, CRM or manufacturing systems, securing fleets of devices and reducing the burden on an internal team. In Frankfurt, projects may involve industrial, logistics, mobility, energy or building operations and benefit from professionals who can collaborate on-site or remotely.

Delivery priorities

IoT quality depends on more than a working demo. Professionals need to design for intermittent networks, limited device resources, changing firmware and long operating lifecycles. They define telemetry, device identities, access controls, failure handling and observability before deployment, then test the full path from sensor to business action.

  • Select suitable protocols, gateways and connectivity
  • Model device data and design resilient ingestion
  • Secure provisioning, communication and updates
  • Validate performance at the edge and in the cloud
  • Document operations, ownership and support processes

What distinguishes specialists

The strongest IoT professionals connect physical constraints with software decisions. They ask how devices will be installed, powered, updated and recovered, not only how data will be displayed. Look for experience with the relevant hardware and protocols, clear security reasoning, tested integrations and deliverables such as a reference architecture, deployment plan, monitoring setup and handover documentation.

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Frequently asked questions

Not sure where to start with Internet of Things? These answers cover the essentials.

Internet of Things systems connect physical devices to collect data, monitor conditions and trigger actions. Companies use IoT for predictive maintenance, asset tracking, smart buildings, connected products, logistics visibility and industrial automation.

IoT connects distributed devices and makes their data available across networks and business systems. Traditional automation often focuses on fixed local control, while IoT adds remote monitoring, cloud analytics and integration with applications such as ERP or service management.

A strong Internet of Things specialist may also work with embedded software, networking, cloud architecture, data engineering and cybersecurity. Relevant knowledge can include MQTT, OPC UA, LoRaWAN, edge computing, device identity, APIs and OTA updates.

The right IoT experience depends on the scope, hardware maturity and operational risk. A prototype may need focused sensor and connectivity knowledge, while a production fleet requires proven skills in security, provisioning, observability, failure recovery and long-term device management.

Internet of Things work is often suitable for remote collaboration when devices, test environments and documentation are accessible. On-site visits can still help with installations, radio coverage, machine interfaces or commissioning in Frankfurt facilities.

Ask an IoT expert to explain a complete delivery, from sensor data and connectivity to cloud processing and business action. Review architecture decisions, security controls, testing methods and operational documentation rather than judging only a prototype or dashboard.

There is no universal choice for Internet of Things connectivity. Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy, cellular, LoRaWAN and wired protocols each suit different needs for range, power use, bandwidth, coverage, cost and installation conditions.

Security in IoT starts with unique device identities, protected communication and controlled access. Good specialists also plan secure provisioning, signed firmware updates, secrets management, network segmentation, vulnerability handling and monitoring throughout the device lifecycle.

The average hourly rate of freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Internet of Things in their recent projects is 100 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 804 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Internet of Things in their recent projects, 94% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 56% hold at least a Master's degree, and 11% hold a doctorate.

On average, freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Internet of Things in their recent projects have 20 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.6 years.

The most common languages among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Internet of Things in their recent projects are German (100%), English (91%), and French (18%).

The most common industries among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Internet of Things in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Manufacturing (59%), and Automotive (55%).

The most common business areas among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Internet of Things in their recent projects are Information Technology (95%), Product Development (77%), and Project Management (73%).

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