I will convert your old database to modern mysql
Data Migration Specialist, Full Stack Developer
About this Gig
Stuck with an old or obsolete database? I'll convert it into a clean, modern MySQL database and verify that nothing was lost along the way.
I work with legacy formats and old systems, analyze the structure (even when it's undocumented), and deliver a ready-to-use SQL dump you can import straight into your server.
What's included:
- Basic: schema and data conversion to MySQL, plus a SQL dump
- Standard: everything in Basic, plus a validation report (record counts and field-level checks)
- Premium: everything in Standard, plus schema redesign, relationships and indexes, and a documented, re-runnable migration script
Available as extras:
- UTF-8 / encoding fix (for broken or legacy text)
- Duplicate removal
Please message me before ordering. Send the source format, a data sample, and the number of tables, so I can confirm the right package and avoid surprises.
Expertise:
Migrations
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Data Types
Platform:
Db2
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MariaDB
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MS SQL
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MySQL
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PostgreSQL
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SQL Server
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Sybase
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FAQ
Why do you need to see my data before I order?
Effort depends on structure, encoding, and data quality, not just size. A sample lets me confirm the right package and price, so there are no surprises for either of us.
What if my text shows broken characters?
That's usually an encoding problem. Add the UTF-8 / encoding fix extra, and I'll convert it to clean UTF-8 so the text displays correctly in MySQL.
Will my data be kept private?
Yes. I use your files only for this project and delete them after delivery. Just tell me if you want them removed earlier.
What if my database is damaged or has no documentation?
I can often work with undocumented structures. Damaged or password-protected files need a custom offer, so message me first with a sample.
Do you work directly on my live server?
Not by default. I deliver a SQL dump you can import yourself. If you want me to import it onto your server, add the live import extra.
Can you handle more than 100 tables?
Yes, through a custom offer. Message me with the details and I'll send a price and timeline.
Which databases can you convert?
Sybase, dBase/FoxPro, flat files, older MySQL versions. Not listed? Message me and I'll check a sample.

