Migrating Outdated Software Applications to Modern Platforms

Chris helps companies to modernize their systems and improve their efficiency by migrating their software applications to more up-to-date platforms. Chris has extensive experience in programming languages such as Visual Basic and Pascal and has a deep understanding of how to rewrite these applications for new platforms like .NET. He provides end-to-end solutions that ensure a seamless transition from the old system to the new one, with minimal disruption to the business operations. His expertise and attention to detail help companies to benefit from the latest technologies, improve their productivity, and reduce maintenance costs.

There are several reasons why businesses should rewrite old applications onto new platforms like .NET:

Improved Efficiency: New platforms like .NET offer more efficient and faster processing, which can lead to a significant improvement in performance and speed. This can result in improved productivity and a better user experience for customers.
Increased Security: New platforms offer enhanced security features that can help protect sensitive data from cyber-attacks and data breaches.
Cost Savings: Migrating to a new platform can reduce maintenance costs and increase overall system stability. This can also help to eliminate the need for costly software patches and upgrades.
Better Integration: New platforms like .NET are designed to integrate with other software systems, making it easier to share data and automate workflows. This can lead to increased collaboration and improved business processes.
Future-Proofing: By migrating to a new platform, businesses can ensure that their applications will continue to function as technology evolves. This can help to protect their investment and reduce the risk of obsolescence.

Another important reason why businesses should rewrite old applications onto new platforms like .NET is that old development platforms are no longer supported. This means that if a company experiences any issues with their outdated software, they may not be able to receive support from the original developers. This can lead to major problems and can result in significant downtime. By rewriting the applications onto a new platform like .NET, businesses can ensure that they have access to ongoing support and can receive any necessary updates and bug fixes. This can help to minimize downtime and keep their systems running smoothly.

Outdated Development Platforms:

Visual Basic 6 (VB6)
Turbo Pascal
Borland Delphi
FoxPro
PowerBuilder
Clipper
COBOL
Assembly Language
Fortran
dBase
Lotus Notes/Domino
RPG (Report Program Generator)

These platforms were popular in the past, but are now considered outdated and are no longer widely used or supported. Companies that still use these platforms risk facing compatibility issues and potential security vulnerabilities, which is why it is important to consider rewriting their applications onto a more modern platform like .NET.

.NET has undergone several upgrades and updates over the years, and some older versions have become outdated and are no longer widely supported. The following versions of .NET are considered outdated:

.NET Framework 1.0 and 1.1
.NET Compact Framework 1.0 and 2.0
Silverlight 5

These older versions of .NET are no longer supported by Microsoft and are vulnerable to security risks. It is recommended that companies using these outdated versions of .NET upgrade to a more recent and supported version, such as .NET 7. By upgrading to a more recent version, companies can ensure that their applications are secure and up-to-date, and can benefit from the latest advancements in technology.