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Restoration Access database

€30-250 EUR

Cancelled
Posted almost 7 years ago

€30-250 EUR

Paid on delivery
Local business in selling and installing tiles is using a little program to keep stock. This program was built in Access about 10/12 years ago by somebody no longer around, and is still doing the job fine. However, lately there are some problems running this program on 2 of the 4 pc’s in the local network. I examined some of the files, and found out there was a hack of the system probably in the fall of 2016. Cleaning out the network is another task, but having this little program running again clean and properly is a priority. If necessary, just on one computer which is not connected to the internet. Note: I am not acquainted with Access, and have very little knowledge of it. So if I ask or mention some ridiculous or strange things, I apologize in advance. Attached are 2 screenshots of the front-end, so what you get on the screen after running a little .exe file. First thing strange to me, there is no Microsoft Office Access program on any of our business computers? Again, this front-ends comes up and is working fine on 2 computers, on 2 other ones nothing happens when the .exe file is used. Although the desktop shortcut is referring to the same file on the server. Printing a complete file list is also possible, but the printing of labels on a “ Zebra TLP2844 “ label printer ( 102 x 38mm ) not anymore. So what would have to be done: 1. Let me know what files are necessary to run the show, and which ones can be deleted forever. 2. What is the purpose of the other files, … Maybe the guy who made this did some other things, but the business ONLY needs the current front-end app. 3. Clean out the files from any malware and / or viruses. 4. Re-make the front-end so that all columns are visible in one screen, with no horizontal slider, screen probably 1680 x 1050 resolution. ( A more modern look would be fantastic ) 5. Having the label printing working again. 6. Not important: I will need directions to adjust some of the misspelled words on top of the .mdb columns and the front-end buttons. Makes it very confusing even in Dutch. Attached are: 1. The .mdb file, in the Dutch language, but I provide a translation in English to make things more comprehensive in an … 2. also attached Excel file, describing and translating column headers and button info. 3. The .exe file which opens the front-end. 4. A .jpg of ( a ) label with the necessary info on it. 5. Some screenshots of files I downloaded from business pc running the front-end. After a quote on this job maybe there is some room for other minor adjustments. We need to look into that. If there are files missing, or more info is necessary, please let me know, I will look for this. Any good advice or tips to handle this issue is always welcome. Thanks.
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Greetings sir, i am an expert freelancer for this job and your 100% satisfaction is assured if you allow me to serve. Here is the reason. Why you should pick me? a) I am a very expert and have the same kind of experience of 5 years. b) I work very hard (16+ hours a day and 7 days a week) and also very fast so... it will be done very soon than most of the other providers c) And most important part is my policy: "I will give you (to my client) life time support (as long as you keep relation with me). And fix any bugs/problem without any cost. So, don't ever worry about me” Please sir, leave a reply ASAP, as I am waiting for your kind reply
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Hi! Please note - I AM NOT bidding here, I just saw what you wrote and I think I have some information for you which you may find helpful. In the database, there are 3 tables only and no more objects. You are mentioning EXE file, but it's not attached. I guess the system would not let you, especially if it contains malware of some type. What I think is (since I cannot view EXE file) is that this program has been developed in Visual Basic, most likely version 6 (I saw an icon of the file on one of your screenshots that look like an icon from VB). In that case, you do not need either Access (Office) or Access Runtime. VB runtime can run EXE and use Access database just fine and standalone. What you need here in order to re-make EXE file or to change anything is the Visual Basic project (that is a folder with lots of files, which can be loaded into Visual Basic). That is called "source files". Without Visual Basic Project (*.vbp) it is impossible to do anything with the frontend. In this case, the database is used by the VB EXE file the same way as 30 years ago DBF was used by the Clipper or FoxPro EXE files - only just as a database. The complete user interface is in in the EXE file. I am quite positive I am correct on this - quite because I cannot see EXE. If you cannot obtain VBP, I am afraid the only option is to engage someone to re-create the program, but this time using Access and not compiled into ACCDE. Regards, Branislav Mihaljev
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Dear, we are Team of French + US. I checked your project description, and I confirm I can develop your program. I will focus on user friendly interface. As you can see I have very good rate, you can be sure I am serious. Regards, Fabrice
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Hello. I can fix your programm, run it clean and properly again. 30 % of employers hiring me once hired me again. I have experience in the same. I CAN do this job, and do it well!
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Hi I am interested in this project. I am an experienced MS Access applications developer. I can do this job for you. If interested in hiring me then please let me know so that we can finalize the scope, timelines and budget accordingly. Thanks Regards Jawad
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I have a bachelor degree in IT. My Primary skills include Java, Python, VB/.NET, ArcGIS, and PHP. Also database skills include MS Access, MySQL, and Oracle. My Other skills include server and network administration and maintenance with Linux/Unix and Windows Networking.
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Hi David here, I hope you will consider me for your project. I will assure you a quality end product at a competitive price. I know you will be swamped with bids so thank you for the time. Hoping to hear from you soon and if you have any queries please do not hesitate to message me and i can talk. thanks
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I have a long experience since 2000 on MS Access , i repaired a lot of MDB like this and upgraded them.
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Hello Peter, I noticed your post and I am interested in this job. I have a lot of experience in Access and re-creating your database should not be a problem. I would like to first point out that Access is not required to run an Access application, as you most likely have the free Access Runtime on your machines. I will take a very close look at this later, but it seems quite straightforward operationally and I don't see too many issues cropping up, so I have provided a reasonable quote. I am a software developer from Ireland specialising in database applications, from Access to full stack web development. In fact, I noticed that you mentioned the prospect of getting this online at a later date and it may be worth considering using a different backend (instead of Access) from the beginnig, e.g. SQL Server Express or MySQL could be a good choice. I won't bore you with details, but this is not essential and I am currently working on a similar project for a local client. Please have no hesitation in contacting me for a chat. Regards, Jim
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