VB.NET Experts in Berlin
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Berlin, who have recently used VB.NET
Hendrik W.
Last position:
Software Test and Maintenance Support at Anton Paar ProveTec GmbH
- Adding/creating test specifications
- Performing regression tests
- Performing release tests
- Analyzing Jira tickets
- Identifying software defects and fixing them with C#
Hamza K.
Last position:
Academic Research Contributor in Health Sector (Volunteer) at n/a
- Acted as technical consultant to optimize multi-layer ensemble models combining ResNet, CNN-BiGRU-Attention, and XGBoost.
- Guided implementation of a Logistic Regression meta-learner to solve class imbalance problems, achieving 92.86% accuracy and 0.9644 AUC on PTB-XL and Chapman-Shaoxing datasets.
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.
Vamsi K.
Last position:
Full Stack .NET Developer at Neusta GmbH
- Implemented and maintained logistics-domain applications using Angular, C#, ASP.NET, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, AJAX and Bootstrap
- Analyzed, designed, coded and deployed backend services and integrations using .NET, XML Web Services and RESTful APIs
- Developed automated SSIS packages and scheduled ETL jobs to support data workflows
- Built and maintained Python scripts for automation and prototyping; applied Cursor AI to build/refactor full-stack AI/ML model integrations
- Implemented unit and integration testing (NUnit) and conducted performance tuning for backend services
- Managed source control and CI/CD using GitHub, Azure CI/CD pipelines and TeamCity
Matthias K.
Last position:
Requirements Manager (freelance) at Bundesdruckerei GmbH
- Maintenance of the product backlog in collaboration with the PO
- Analysis and alignment of requirements
- Creation of process documentation and status reports
- Definition of workflows
- Preparation and moderation of agile meetings
Paul G.
Last position:
Software Developer at Independent Software Developer
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Statistics of experts using VB.NET
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
27 years (Germany: 25 years)
Position duration
2.7 years (Germany: 2.9 years)
Positions per freelancer
18 (Germany: 19)
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Healthcare, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Human Resources, Logistics
Bachelor's degree or higher
75% (Germany: 82%)
Master's degree or higher
50% (Germany: 43%)
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
83% (Germany: 96%)
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 Berlin 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 Berlin using VB.NET
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.
VB.NET 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%)
- Healthcare (67%)
- Automotive (50%)
- Energy (50%)
- Manufacturing (50%)
- Banking and Finance (33%)
- Transportation (33%)
- Media and Entertainment (33%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Visual Basic .NET in Enterprise Architectures
Visual Basic .NET remains a reliable language within the Microsoft .NET ecosystem. Organizations rely on it to run mission-critical Windows desktop tools, internal back-office systems, and automated data pipelines. It provides full interoperability with modern Common Language Runtime features while offering readable, rapid application syntax.
Primary Workloads and Tooling
- Windows desktop interfaces built with WinForms and Windows Presentation Foundation
- Web applications running on ASP.NET Web Forms and MVC frameworks
- Integration with Microsoft SQL Server using ADO.NET and Entity Framework
- Background automation, Windows Services, and batch transaction engines
- Continuous delivery setups managed through Visual Studio and Azure DevOps
Modernization and Migration Projects
Many businesses engage freelance specialists to manage legacy system evolution. This involves refactoring monolithic codebases into modular service architectures, migrating legacy runtimes toward modern .NET Core and .NET 8, or orchestrating incremental transitions to C#. Specialists safeguard existing business logic throughout every refactoring step.
Essential Technical Proficiencies
Accomplished professionals combine deep object-oriented programming knowledge with broader Microsoft ecosystem mastery. They understand COM interop, Windows API interactions, and complex relational schema designs. Their skill set also covers unit testing with NUnit or MSTest and profiling performance bottlenecks in high-throughput database interactions.
Berlin Tech Environment and Integration
Berlin hosts established manufacturing firms, logistics operators, and public sector organizations that depend heavily on proprietary software. Freelance specialists bridge legacy desktop operations with cloud deployments across hybrid environments. Teams benefit from both hybrid on-site presence for security audits and distributed delivery across Berlin.
Hallmarks of Veteran Freelancers
- Precise extraction of complex business logic without detailed documentation
- Disciplined version control practices converting legacy repositories to Git
- Clean architecture patterns that decouple database queries from presentation layers
- Direct experience building robust REST APIs to expose legacy operations
- Active implementation of automated deployment pipelines
Frequently asked questions
Questions about VB.NET? Start with the answers below.
Organizations use VB.NET to maintain operational enterprise software, modernize internal administrative tools, and update database-driven client portals. It is also central to projects migrating older Visual Basic codebases toward modern .NET platforms without rebuilding systems from scratch.
Both compile to the same Common Intermediate Language and run on the CLR with identical performance. While C# receives newer syntax features earlier, Visual Basic .NET offers familiar syntax that many long-running enterprise tools already depend on, making targeted refactoring simpler than full rewrites.
A proficient VB.NET specialist should know Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL scripting, Entity Framework, and modern C#. Experience with web services, XML parsing, Visual Studio diagnostics, and automated build pipelines is also essential for modern environments.
Yes, VB.NET code can run on modern .NET runtimes like .NET 8 for class libraries, console apps, and ASP.NET Core web services. Specialists routinely decouple user interfaces from back-end logic, allowing smooth incremental transitions without business disruptions.
Evaluate how the candidate handles complex legacy refactoring without automated test coverage. A skilled VB.NET professional demonstrates clear testing strategies, understands memory management and COM interop, and maintains clean architecture standards across deep object graphs.
Most projects in Berlin run smoothly with remote specialists, though some enterprise or public sector systems require on-site availability for initial security clearances or sensitive local network access. Hybrid models remain common across established Berlin businesses.
Documentation and codebase comments in long-running VB.NET systems across Germany may be written in German. Strong proficiency in English is standard across Berlin, but bilingual professionals add significant value when navigating older internal software specifications.
Project scope depends on codebase size and test coverage, but experienced VB.NET specialists can assess architecture and deliver initial refactoring milestones within weeks. Iterative deliverables prevent unexpected service downtime throughout the contract.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used VB.NET in their recent projects is 85 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 677 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used VB.NET in their recent projects, 75% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 50% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used VB.NET in their recent projects have 27 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used VB.NET in their recent projects are German (100%), English (83%), and French (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used VB.NET in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Healthcare (67%), and Automotive (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used VB.NET in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (100%), and Project Management (67%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used VB.NET
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