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Daniel Fenge

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Reliable, High-Performing, and Creative Education and Project Manager, AI Trainer/Evals Reviewer/Researcher, and Author.

Bochum
Daniel Fenge

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AI Researcher & LLM Evaluation – Conventional Paradigm Test (CPT) at Private

Conventional Paradigm Test (CPT) – AI Evaluation & LLM Research

Development of an experimental evaluation approach to examine “paradigmatic closure” in Large Language Models — that is, the question of how far LLMs can recognize the basic assumptions, values, and limits of the paradigms within which they generate answers.

Design and testing of an additional approach to classic AI benchmarks that does not primarily measure factual correctness or task performance, but instead examines a model’s ability to recognize alternative perspectives, make implicit assumptions visible, and reflect on the limits of its own answer or interpretation framework.

Focus areas: development of evaluation criteria and test questions · LLM evaluation and comparative model analysis · prompt and response analysis · qualitative classification of model answers · study of epistemic compression and value leakage · benchmark and literature research · development of structured assessment and analysis methods

As part of CPT, existing AI evaluation approaches and benchmarks were analyzed, and a minimalist test protocol was developed that classifies model answers by response patterns such as DIRECT, CLARIFY, PLURALIST, REFUSE, and META-AWARE. TruthfulQA was used as the basis for experimental application and comparison with existing reference answers.

Technologies & Methods: Large Language Models (LLMs) · Generative AI · Prompt Engineering · AI Evaluation · TruthfulQA · Benchmark Analysis · Human-in-the-Loop Evaluation · Qualitative Content Analysis · Research & Literature Review

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Jens Schneeweiß

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Software Developer for C, C++, C++/CLI and C#

Herten
Jens Schneeweiß

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Network Technology at ISP, Internet Service Provider, BGP Peering

  • Optimization of the transmission media of the data links in the Ruhr area
  • Configuration/expansion of switches and routers for an autonomous system AS
  • Improve the network protocols used Layer 2/3 (OSI model), RSTP, broadcast, etc.
  • Laying cables, crimping, antennas, routers, switches
  • Maintenance, expansion, selection and prioritization of troubleshooting measures for network monitoring (PRTG, The Dude)
  • Organization and new connection of another BGP peering, data center, NGN fiber optic
  • VPN IPSec site connections for 6 sites with PFSense, Fritzbox
  • Configuration of WLAN devices (Mikrotik, UBNT

Label: TCP/IP, VLAN, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPLS, routing protocols, WLAN, EoIP, PPPoE, routing, SNMP, DHCP, DNS, NAT, native IP, VLAN, Ethernet, VoIP., switches and routers from: Nortel, Cisco, MikroTik, UBNT., network management systems: The Dude, PRTG, UISP

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Volker Döch

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Developer

Werne
Volker Döch

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Developer at DV-Consulting und Entwicklung Volker Döch

  • New development of a web app to manage and configure counting devices for large events
  • Technologies: .NET 10, C#, Blazor, MudBlazor, MySQL, Git
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Patrik Garten

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Technical Lead Conversational AI

Dortmund
Patrik Garten

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Technical Lead Conversational AI at CANCOM

  • Technical lead of a team developing agentic chatbot solutions (React, TypeScript, Python, FastAPI)
  • Architecture design for multi-LLM dialog systems - focus on maintainability, UX, and autonomous execution
  • Stakeholder alignment, CI/CD processes, and AI integration at enterprise level
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Hendrik Belitz

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Lecturer

Dortmund
Hendrik Belitz

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Lecturer at Front and Fullstack Development Lecturer

  • Teaching JavaScript, HTML, CSS, React, NodeJS, MongoDB, MariaDB, and Express
  • Designing and preparing lessons
  • Classroom teaching and one-on-one coaching
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Mohammed Abdallatif

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Data Scientist & Energy Consultant

Iserlohn
Mohammed Abdallatif

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Data Scientist & Energy Consultant at Accenture GmbH

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Rafael Kolloch

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Senior Android Developer / Team-Lead

Dortmund
Rafael Kolloch

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Senior Android Developer / Team-Lead at IBM Deutschland

  • Further development and release support of a white-label e-prescription component for health insurance companies
  • Technologies: Android (Kotlin), Kotlin Multiplatform, Coroutines, Jetpack Compose, MVVM, StateFlow, Gradle, ProGuard
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Ilja Leyberman

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Software Engineer/Architect (Tech Lead)

Unna
Ilja Leyberman

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Software Engineer/Architect (Tech Lead) at Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation GmbH

  • Implementation of various interfaces for subsystems and connection to external devices (cameras, scanners, digital lockers)
  • Development of various interfaces in the used cars area
  • Realization of various prototypes
  • Support in UI/UX and data analytics
  • Development of frontend and backend solutions
  • Kubernetes migration
  • Building CI/CD pipelines
  • Communication with the business unit and technical design of new solutions
  • Cross-team alignment and coordination within the team
  • Overview of the entire technology stack and related systems
  • Documentation, preparation, and conducting of reviews
  • Supporting the team and coordinating releases and key milestones

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Statistics of experts using Visual Studio Code

Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.

Experience

23 years (Germany: 18 years)

Position duration

3.2 years (Germany: 5.2 years)

Positions per freelancer

17 (Germany: 12)

Top business areas

Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management

Top industries

Information Technology, Education, Healthcare

Certification focus areas

Information Technology, Quality Assurance, Business Intelligence

Bachelor's degree or higher

86% (Germany: 92%)

Master's degree or higher

57% (Germany: 59%)

Doctorate

14% (Germany: 11%)

Certifications per freelancer

2

Most common languages

German, English, Spanish

Speak two or more languages

100% (Germany: 97%)

Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.

Daily rate distribution

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The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Dortmund are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.

Average rates of experts in Dortmund using Visual Studio Code

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

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Daily rate avg. 742 €
Germany avg. 729 €

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 720 €

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 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.

About the technology

What it is

Visual Studio Code is a lightweight code editor used for daily software work. It supports many languages, open files, terminals, and extensions in one place. Teams use VS Code for editing, testing, and reviewing code with a consistent workflow.

Where it fits

  • Frontend work in JavaScript, TypeScript, and React
  • Backend services, scripts, and API changes
  • Debugging, refactoring, and code review
  • Remote collaboration through shared settings and Git

It also helps with documentation, config files, and quick fixes across large repos.

Ecosystem

VS Code is known for its extension ecosystem, built-in Git tools, integrated terminal, and debugger. Strong specialists know how to set up language packs, formatters, linting, launch configs, and workspace settings without making the editor slow or noisy.

When to bring in help

Companies usually look for freelance expertise when a team needs a clean VS Code setup across projects, better extension choices, or support for a new stack. In Dortmund, this is useful for product teams, agencies, and internal IT groups that work with mixed local and remote experts.

What strong experts do

A strong specialist makes the editor fit the work instead of the other way around. That means repeatable project settings, sensible debugging, reliable Git use, and a workspace that helps the team move faster.

  • Tune settings and extensions for the stack
  • Build shared workspace standards
  • Improve debugging and launch setup
  • Support onboarding for new team members

Quality signals

Good professionals understand more than shortcuts. They know the extension model, editor configuration, language tooling, and how VS Code behaves in larger projects. They also keep setups simple enough that other specialists can use them without confusion.

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Frequently asked questions

Before you brief your next project: the most common questions about Visual Studio Code.

Visual Studio Code is used for editing source code, debugging apps, reviewing changes, and working with Git in a single editor. Companies often rely on it for frontend, backend, documentation, and automation tasks because it stays flexible across stacks. It is a practical fit when teams want one tool that can support many languages and workflows.

No. VS Code is a lightweight editor, while Visual Studio is a larger integrated development environment. Companies usually choose VS Code when they want speed, extension support, and a simpler setup. Visual Studio is a different product with a different use case.

A strong Visual Studio Code specialist should understand extensions, workspace settings, debugging, formatting, linting, and Git. Knowledge of the languages used in the project matters too, because the editor has to support the real workflow, not just open files. Clear documentation for the team is another good sign.

That depends on the task. For a simple workspace setup, a specialist with practical VS Code experience can be enough; for multi-repo or multi-language environments, you want someone who has handled more complex editor standards and debugging setups. The key is proven work on similar workflows, not a title.

Yes. Visual Studio Code works well for remote collaboration because teams can share settings, extension lists, launch configs, and workspace files. That makes it easier to keep the same editor behavior across locations, including hybrid teams in Dortmund and beyond. It also helps when onboarding new specialists quickly.

The most common alternatives to Visual Studio Code are JetBrains IDEs, Sublime Text, and Vim or Neovim-based setups. The right choice depends on how much built-in tooling a team wants and how much they prefer editor flexibility. VS Code often wins when a team wants broad language support with a familiar interface.

Look for clean workspace setup, sensible extension choices, and a debugging flow that others can follow. A good Visual Studio Code professional explains trade-offs clearly and avoids overloading the editor with unnecessary add-ons. They should also be able to support the team’s actual stack, whether that is web work, APIs, or internal tools.

Often not. Visual Studio Code setup and workflow work can usually be done remotely, especially when the team already uses shared repos and remote communication tools. On-site support in Dortmund can still help at the start of a rollout, when a company wants faster alignment on standards and onboarding.

The average hourly rate of freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Visual Studio Code in their recent projects is 93 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 742 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Visual Studio Code in their recent projects, 86% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 57% hold at least a Master's degree, and 14% hold a doctorate.

On average, freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Visual Studio Code in their recent projects have 23 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.2 years.

The most common languages among freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Visual Studio Code in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (33%).

The most common industries among freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Visual Studio Code in their recent projects are Information Technology (89%), Education (78%), and Healthcare (56%).

The most common business areas among freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Visual Studio Code in their recent projects are Information Technology (89%), Product Development (89%), and Project Management (56%).

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