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Michael S.
Last position:
IT & Test Consultant at Testing Experts GmbH
AI Readiness - Part 3: Creating an e-book on the use of AI in software testing
- Designed and created an e-book on the sensible and safe use of AI in software testing from the perspective of an experienced test expert.
- Used generative AI (ChatGPT, Perplexity Pro) as a sparring partner for structuring, wording suggestions and creating variations, with all content finally reviewed and approved using my own expertise.
- Developed practical insights into the opportunities and risks of AI in testing, with a special focus on collaboration between testers and AI instead of “tester vs. AI”.
- Title: “11 starke Gründe: Dream-Team statt Rivalen - Tester und KI sind gemeinsam unschlagbar”
- Subtitle: “Wie Mensch und Maschine im Softwaretest das perfekte Team bilden – und warum reines KI-Testing riskant ist.”
- Planned use of the e-book as a basis for workshops, customer meetings or internal training.
- Technology: Generative AI, ChatGPT, Perplexity Pro, Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, many years of hands-on professional testing experience, common sense.
Frank A.
Last position:
Business Analysis, Process Optimization, Requirements Engineering, Documentation, Training, Support at Private sector, small businesses, partnerships
- Restructuring of the network architecture/topology, followed by installation, setup and testing of the network at a small business.
- Resolution of server (permissions and roles) and connection problems (WAN, (V)LAN, WLAN).
- Infrastructure support and maintenance.
- Creation of documents such as manuals, architecture documents and design documents.
- Revision of manuals and technical documents, as well as creation of VBA macros.
- Use of AI and basic prompting, as well as formulation of AI requests.
- Adjustment of workflows due to legal requirements and optimization of existing workflows.
- Delivery of courses and training for adaptations, new features and changed workflows.
- Modeling basis: BPMN.
- System environment: MS Office 2019/365, Win10/11, Teams, Netgear (Switch), QNAP, Synology (NAS), Linux (Ubuntu).
Andreas Z.
Last position:
Transformation Architect / Business Analyst at IT Consulting
- Development of a comprehensive transformation model for IT departments and ITSM organizations, from operational stabilization through structuring and optimization to strategic advancement
- Design of a transformation matrix that connects development phases with the implementation activities Position, Focus, Model, Enable, Anchor and Develop
- Development of assessment, maturity and decision-making logic to determine the operational starting point, the appropriate entry point and the prioritized areas of action
- Structuring of an end-to-end approach from current-state assessment and target vision through operating model, roadmap and service modules to implementation and integration into steady-state operations
- Derivation of combinable consulting and implementation modules, including methods, deliverables, role models, governance structures and transformation paths
- Collection, structuring and prioritization of business requirements from the perspectives of IT management, service management and operational roles
- Translation of requirements into target visions, process and role models, decision criteria and traceable deliverables
Environment / Tools: ITIL 4, IT4IT, Operating Model Canvas, SIAM, maturity models Kanban
Pierre-Jean A.
Last position:
Verification Engineer – Aviation at Tri.Merge GmbH
- Automated analysis of test script repositories using Python
- Set up a SQLite database for signal and value tracking
- Identified critical inconsistencies through ad hoc SQL queries
- Technologies: Python, SQLite, Excel/ODBC
Markus B.
Last position:
Developer / DevOps, Consulting at A state authority in Baden-Württemberg / FSAS Technologies GmbH
Oracle Project Management and Automation
As part of the project, the operation of an Oracle infrastructure was automated by developing and enhancing Puppet modules and migrating existing Bash scripts to a standardized configuration management solution.
The aim of the project was to standardize and automate administrative processes, improve the maintainability of the Oracle platform, and increase the efficiency and traceability of infrastructure management through the use of Infrastructure as Code.
- Analysis and migration of existing Bash shell scripts to a Puppet-based automation solution
- Development and enhancement of Puppet modules for Oracle environments
- Automation of installation, configuration and operational processes using Infrastructure as Code
- Standardization and optimization of configuration management for Oracle systems
- Creation and maintenance of technical and operational documentation
- Planning, coordination and professional support during project implementation
- Operation and automation of Oracle systems on x86-based Linux server platforms
- Testing and quality assurance of the developed Puppet modules
- Analysis and resolution of technical errors as part of the automation and migration
- Close coordination with specialist departments and infrastructure teams to implement automation requirements
Technologies used: Puppet 7/8, SLES 15, Oracle 19, Oracle Grid, SVN, Windows Server, Confluence, VS Code, Ruby, Bash, Pass
Stephan G.
Last position:
Senior Backend Software Developer at Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovations
- Further development and operation of a central backend service for providing vehicle inventory for international Mercedes-Benz online shops
- Further development of a reservation service for vehicles as part of the checkout process
- Design and implementation of a highly scalable end-to-end test architecture with a focus on maintainability, reusability, and a high number of automated test cases
- Development of a multi-layer test infrastructure with a strict separation of test logic and access layers
- Development of an initialization and caching architecture to significantly speed up local and CI/CD-based test runs
- Development of an AI-supported review architecture for automated evaluation and quality assurance of end-to-end tests
- Development of a dashboard for consolidated display of a vehicle context across multiple backend systems, including AI-generated summaries and compact case analyses
- Integration and further development of connections to various reservation systems via Apache Kafka and REST
- Design of new microservices and support with architecture decisions
- Risk analysis and design of microservice migrations
- Technologies: Java, Spring, Spring Boot, Gradle, Maven, Apache Kafka, REST, OpenAPI, Swagger, Github, Confluence, CI/CD, Microservices, AI, LLMs
Josef W.
Last position:
Software Developer at SwissRe
- Contributed to developing an application for retrocession reporting focusing on front-end development with Microsoft Access and backend development with SQL Server
- Participated in agile software development using Azure DevOps
Stefan W.
Last position:
Architect/Software Developer at Global Logistics Support GmbH
Tasks
- Further development of a new ERP system with Blazor
- Generation of e-invoices in the XRechnung and Zugferd formats
- UI/UX design Client-server system
- Windows 11 Technology
- Microsoft .NET 9, Git, Azure DevOps, ASP.NET, MSSQL, Blazor Programming languages
- C#, MVVM Development tools
- Microsoft Visual Studio .NET 2022 Database
- MSSQL Industry
- Other
Ola V.
Last position:
IT Lecturer
- IT training in theory and practice for IT specialists in application development and system integration
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
Bernd H.
Last position:
Deutsche Bahn
- Migration of the platform to X systems
- Analysis of changes related to TCP/IP communication
- Handling error tickets
- Installation and configuration of Xypro Security 1 attack detection
- Setting up an SNMP.v3 connection to send alert traps to Netcool (Tivoli)
- Installation and configuration of the RemoteAnalyst software
- Migration of master data and timetable data
- Setting up and monitoring MQ pipelines to external partners
Johannes O.
Last position:
Co-Developer at fundgarden GmbH
- Work with the Berlin-based fundgarden GmbH (fund.garden), a platform for funding management with a focus on the music sector
- Technologies: PHP 8.3–8.4, Laravel 12, Livewire 2–3, Tailwind CSS, AlpineJS
Vladimir F.
Last position:
IT Consultant at ITZBund
- ITSM consulting, analysis and optimization of IT capacity with BMC TSCO / BMC Helix
- Drafting "Governance guidelines for operational capacity management"
Anand R.
Last position:
Freelancer Scrum Master, Mentor and Strategist at Confidential Fintec Startup
- Provided coaching and support to Scrum teams to adopt and implement agile practices effectively
- Analyzed business requirements and identified IT solutions to support business goals
- Evaluated existing IT systems and processes to identify optimization opportunities
- Managed stakeholder relationships and coaching
- Facilitated Scrum ceremonies and ensured adherence to Scrum principles and practices
- Identified and implemented lean startup process optimizations to improve efficiency and effectiveness of development and business processes
- Developed and monitored daily business strategies to ensure development goals were met
- Developed and implemented OKR strategies to align team goals with company objectives
- Tools/Methodology: Jira, Confluence, Miro, PowerBI, team building & mentoring, conflict resolution, impediment resolution
André G.
Last position:
IT Consulting Project Management / Engineering Subproject Management at T-Systems (on assignment for government agencies)
- Projects for federal networks (NdB).
- CR management, EoL change requests, design and documentation according to ITSCM.
- Data center planning.
- Project management and engineering subproject management.
- Software development for virtual server environments according to BSI.
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Statistics of experts using ODBC
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
28 years
Position duration
1.7 years
Positions per freelancer
25
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
82%
Master's degree or higher
50%
Doctorate
4%
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 ODBC
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.
ODBC 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 (98%)
- Banking and Finance (68%)
- Manufacturing (63%)
- Automotive (61%)
- Healthcare (56%)
- Retail (54%)
- Telecommunication (54%)
- Professional Services (51%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Standardized Database Connectivity Across Heterogeneous Systems
Open Database Connectivity provides a uniform application programming interface for accessing relational and non-relational data sources across operating systems. Software applications rely on this standard to communicate seamlessly with SQL engines without hardcoding engine-specific networking protocols or native client libraries into core business logic.
Typical Scenarios for Driver and Pipeline Implementation
- Connecting enterprise reporting tools and analytics suites to distributed data warehouses
- Bridging legacy C++ or desktop software with modern cloud-hosted relational databases
- Custom driver development for proprietary time-series or document data stores
- Optimizing bulk record ingestion and connection pooling in automated batch workflows
Driver Architecture and the Data Ecosystem
Implementation involves driver managers like unixODBC and iODBC, combined with specific client drivers for systems such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and Snowflake. Professionals configure Data Source Names, manage character encoding translation, and calibrate connection pooling parameters to prevent network latency and resource exhaustion in high-concurrency environments.
Production Requirements in German Industry
Organizations throughout Germany rely on standardized data interfaces across industrial manufacturing, automotive telemetry, and core financial systems. These environments frequently demand reliable on-premises connectivity linking operational machinery databases with enterprise resource planning software, requiring strict network isolation and precision protocol handling.
When External Specialist Knowledge Becomes Critical
Companies bring in independent professionals when legacy software upgrades fail due to connection timeouts, memory leaks, or character encoding mismatches. External specialists step in during ERP overhauls, data warehouse migrations, or when proprietary internal storage formats require a compliant client driver for standard visualization tools.
Attributes of Exceptional Technical Professionals
Distinguished professionals demonstrate deep knowledge of low-level C bindings, transaction isolation behaviors, and SQL syntax dialect translation. They quickly diagnose throughput bottlenecks using network packet traces and driver manager tracing tools, ensuring stable data pipelines that scale effortlessly under heavy query loads.
Frequently asked questions
Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about ODBC.
An ODBC driver acts as an abstraction layer between custom software applications and database engines. It translates standardized function calls into native database wire protocols, allowing companies to change back-end data sources without rewriting underlying application code.
While ODBC provides language-neutral C-based interfaces suitable for desktop software, operating system utilities, and compiled programs, JDBC is designed specifically for Java platforms. Organizations frequently use both standards side by side depending on whether a service runs on the Java Virtual Machine or requires native system-level bindings.
Strong specialists in Open Database Connectivity bring solid foundations in C or C++, deep SQL query optimization skills, and extensive Linux and Windows administrative capabilities. They are skilled in configuring driver managers, setting up Data Source Names, and profiling raw networking performance.
Industrial firms across Germany maintain robust production plants running specialized SCADA and telemetry software built on C and C++. Relying on ODBC allows these organizations to bridge legacy shop-floor machines with enterprise data warehouses without disrupting continuous production operations.
A qualified expert profiles cursor settings, array fetch buffers, and connection pooling parameters to eliminate bottlenecks under ODBC. They analyze driver tracing logs and database execution plans to spot excessive round-trips or slow transaction handling between client systems and storage engines.
Most driver configuration, integration scripting, and query tuning projects run smoothly in remote setups. When working with industrial plants or tightly secured financial networks in Germany, specialists occasionally join on-site sessions to connect directly to isolated hardware or internal subnets.
Writing a custom ODBC driver requires seasoned specialists with deep insight into SQL parsing, driver manager specifications, and operating system internals. For straightforward tasks such as configuring existing commercial drivers or tuning data bridges, mid-level database specialists can deliver prompt, effective results.
Technical documentation and driver source code are written in English, making international specialists well suited for core engineering tasks. For projects embedded in traditional German enterprise environments, working with professionals fluent in German ensures smooth communication across system operations and compliance teams.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used ODBC in their recent projects is 90 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 719 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used ODBC in their recent projects, 82% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 50% hold at least a Master's degree, and 4% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used ODBC in their recent projects have 28 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used ODBC in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (37%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used ODBC in their recent projects are Information Technology (98%), Banking and Finance (68%), and Manufacturing (63%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used ODBC in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (88%), and Quality Assurance (80%).
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