xBase Experts in Germany
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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
Ornel Franck W.
Last position:
Sales Partner at ERGO PRO
- Industry: Insurance, Trade, IT
- Customers & Projects: Consulting and selling insurance and similar services
- Main tasks: Insurance consulting (health insurance, retirement planning, wealth building); commercial services, inside and field sales; sales data analysis and forecasting; customer consulting and support; opening a new sales headquarters for private and business customers; business development & innovation management; business use case development; process optimization; stakeholder management; team leadership and training; preparation and delivery of trainings;
- Technologies used: Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Teams, Jira, Draw.IO, Camunda 8, Java (8, 17,21,25), Git, Spring Boot, Spring Batch, Spring Data REST, Spring Web, Spring Security, J-Unit, Playwright, Lombock, Vaadin, H2, PostgreSQL (16, 17 18), pgAdmin, Docker, LLMs, JasperSoft Studio, JasperReports
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.
Martin H.
Last position:
Software Architect at Hays AG
- C# development .Net 8.0
- Technical responsibility for architecture decisions (DDD, Clean Architecture, Microservices)
- Introduction and systematic evaluation of GitHub Copilot, analysis of efficiency benefits, identification of suitable application scenarios, assessment of code quality
- Development of best practices for using Copilot within the team, support during rollout and coaching of individual developers
- Conducting code reviews, architecture documentation according to Arc42
- Building stable CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps, introduction of automated quality assurance with SonarQube and .editorconfig
- Collaboration with stakeholders to continuously optimize technical concepts
- Technologies used: Azure Devops Server, Git, Sonarqube, Visual Studio 2022, Sparx EA 17, Nagios LS, Nagios XI, C#, Resharper 2.24.3, Clean Architecture, DDD, EF-Core, Arc24, Microservices, Angular, MediatR, SignalR, Copilot, OpenAI
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
Hellmuth V.
Last position:
Embedded Software Architect / Team Coordinator at Provider of system solutions in the field of electric drives
- Analysis and inventory of a system consisting of 2 control units
- Creation and derivation of the static software architecture
- Optimization and standardization of structures for model-based control
- Creation of the dynamic software architecture
- Development of improvement proposals in workshops with the customer
Erol T.
Last position:
Continental AG
- Analyze and fix data flows between PMD and SAP HR/S4 systems using SAP PI/PO and ABAP, especially in the HR area.
- Provide integration services by developing, customizing, and troubleshooting issues in custom interfaces and processes.
- Participate in technical and functional discussions to align the HR system architecture and integration strategies.
- Ensure system stability and data accuracy by proactively identifying and resolving integration issues to contribute to ongoing project success.
- Transfer HR data via OData service to SuccessFactors ABAP-OO report: access LDAP user data alongside SAP user data and update the email address and Windows ID in SAP.
- S/4 HANA, ABAP/4, ABAP-Object, S/4 HR, FI, SoapUI, Postman, REST API, JSON.
Thorsten H.
Last position:
Self-employed Software Developer at OpenMind-IT
- Migrated old printing processes and workflows from legacy Linux systems to new systems
- Migrated old Perl scripts to the new environment or recreated the processes in Python
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Statistics of experts using xBase
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
33 years
Position duration
1.4 years
Positions per freelancer
31
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Human Resources
Bachelor's degree or higher
67%
Master's degree or higher
33%
Certifications per freelancer
5
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 xBase
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.
xBase 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%)
- Banking and Finance (78%)
- Automotive (67%)
- Manufacturing (67%)
- Government and Administration (56%)
- Retail (56%)
- Telecommunication (56%)
- Aerospace and Defense (44%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
xBase foundations
xBase is a family of database programming languages and file-based database systems derived from dBase. It includes dialects such as Clipper, FoxPro and Visual FoxPro, with shared concepts including DBF tables, indexes, relations, forms and procedural business logic. Many established applications still depend on these technologies.
Business applications
xBase systems commonly support operational work where structured records and dependable workflows matter. They appear in inventory, purchasing, accounting, production, logistics, customer administration and document processing. Companies often rely on them for tailored desktop applications built around local business processes.
- Maintain DBF data and index structures
- Extend forms, reports and validation rules
- Connect applications with current databases or services
- Prepare data for migration and integration
Tools and ecosystem
Strong specialists understand the differences between dBase, Clipper, FoxPro and Visual FoxPro rather than treating them as one product. Relevant skills include SQL, ODBC, COM, Windows desktop deployment, scripting, reporting and data conversion. They may also work with Harbour or xHarbour when a compatible, actively maintained toolchain is required.
When expertise matters
Freelance expertise is useful when a long-running application has become difficult to change, when its original specialist is no longer available, or when a company needs a safe transition to newer systems. Germany-based organizations may also need clear documentation and collaboration in German, while distributed projects benefit from defined access, testing and handover procedures.
- Diagnose slow queries, broken indexes or corrupted tables
- Replace unsupported components without disrupting operations
- Plan phased migrations from DBF to SQL databases
- Document undocumented rules and dependencies
Quality signals
A capable professional begins by mapping the data model, deployment environment and business-critical workflows. They distinguish application defects from data-quality problems, protect production files during changes and test with representative records. Clear rollback plans, source control where feasible and concise technical documentation are strong signs of disciplined xBase work.
Modernization paths
There is no single upgrade route. Some teams keep the existing interface and improve stability; others expose xBase data through APIs, move reporting to SQL, or rebuild selected workflows in a current stack. The right choice depends on data integrity, integrations, user needs and the cost of changing a system that still performs essential work.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about xBase? Start with the answers below.
xBase is used to create and maintain data-driven business applications, especially those built around DBF files, forms, reports and procedural workflows. Common areas include inventory, accounting, logistics, production and customer records.
xBase often combines application logic and file-based data access in a compact desktop-oriented environment. SQL databases usually provide stronger concurrent access, central administration and transaction features, so companies may retain xBase for proven workflows while moving selected data or services to SQL.
A strong xBase specialist may also know dBase, Clipper, FoxPro, Visual FoxPro, Harbour or xHarbour. SQL, ODBC, Windows deployment, reporting tools, scripting and API integration are also valuable when a legacy application must connect with current systems.
Yes, when the application contains undocumented rules, old file formats or fragile integrations. An xBase professional should be able to read existing code, inspect DBF structures, trace dependencies and explain risks before changing production workflows.
Many xBase tasks can be completed remotely when the specialist receives secure access, test data and a clear deployment process. On-site work can help when the application runs on local file servers, depends on office hardware or requires direct user observation.
Ask the xBase professional to explain how they protect DBF files, test index changes, handle backups and validate converted data. A practical review of similar systems, documentation samples and a staged delivery plan reveals more than familiarity with a product name alone.
The right decision depends on stability, integration needs, data quality and the business value of existing workflows. An xBase specialist can compare incremental modernization, API integration, SQL migration and a full replacement without assuming that one route fits every system.
Working with xBase often means balancing reliable legacy behavior with requests for newer integrations or interfaces. Professionals should expect careful data handling, limited documentation in some environments, direct communication with business users and a strong need for testing and rollback planning.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used xBase in their recent projects is 104 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 830 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used xBase in their recent projects, 67% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 33% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used xBase in their recent projects have 33 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used xBase in their recent projects are German (100%), English (89%), and French (44%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used xBase in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Banking and Finance (78%), and Automotive (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used xBase in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (89%), and Project Management (89%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used xBase
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