Migration Project: From VB6 to VB .NET Framework 4.8 for a Solar Panel Design & Forecasting Application
This project focuses on migrating a legacy Windows application built on VB6 to the modern and robust VB .NET Framework 4.8, ensuring improved performance, maintainability, and long-term support. The application is a specialized tool designed for planning and forecasting solar panel installations on rooftops of any shape.
With its drag-and-drop interface, users can easily design and arrange solar panels on a virtual model of a roof, regardless of its structure or complexity. This intuitive design tool helps visualize the optimal placement of panels to maximize efficiency.
Once the layout is created, the application can forecast the potential electricity output based on the total installed panel area and the specific efficiency of each selected solar panel type. This allows users to evaluate how much energy the proposed setup can generate before implementation.
Additionally, the system provides cost estimations for all required components, including solar panels, wiring, inverters, and other necessary equipment, giving users a clear financial overview of the potential project.
For administrators, the platform offers a robust management dashboard to check and operate the system, monitor user designs, and generate monthly or yearly reports for better operational insights.
Migrating the application to VB .NET Framework 4.8 not only brings better stability, improved security, and enhanced performance, but also enables future integration with modern technologies and APIs. The updated application will ensure a more responsive, scalable, and user-friendly experience, meeting today’s standards while preserving the core functionalities users rely on.