
Client Overview
The client, a Germany-based company, is developing a digital SaaS platform designed to connect buyers and producers of green distributed energy. This utility-in-a-box software empowers green utilities to start, scale, and optimize their operations by managing the balance between energy production and consumption.
Project Objectives
- Enable seamless connections between local energy producers and consumers.
- Develop forecasting capabilities for energy production and consumption.
- Implement automated balancing group management by controlling storage batteries.
- Enhance the billing and invoicing system for transparent energy transactions.
- Improve system scalability and reliability through Kubernetes migration.
Technologies Used
- Backend: ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework, MS SQL
- Frontend: Angular, ASP.NET Web Forms
- Cloud & DevOps: Azure Translator, Kubernetes
Team Structure
- Team Members: 2 developers & 1 DevOps specialist
- Roles: New feature development, platform support, Kubernetes migration
Key Development Activities
✅ Feature Expansion & Optimization: Developing new capabilities such as a rating engine and automated billingfor new clients.
✅ Enhanced Forecasting & Control: Implementing real-time data collection to track green energy consumption(solar, wind, etc.), enabling precise demand-supply management.
✅ Automated Invoicing System: Customizable invoice generation with detailed tax breakdowns for each manufacturer, streamlining financial operations.
✅ Kubernetes Migration: Successfully migrated testing and pre-production environments to Kubernetes, with production migration currently in progress for better scalability and resilience.
Results & Impact
The platform is continuously evolving, providing green energy utilities with cutting-edge tools for efficiency, automation, and scalability. The introduction of advanced forecasting, automated billing, and Kubernetes deployment ensures a seamless, data-driven approach to managing green energy ecosystems.
Conclusion
By leveraging advanced cloud technologies and automation, this SaaS platform is revolutionizing green energy distribution. With intelligent forecasting, efficient energy storage, and a robust financial system, the platform empowers businesses to drive sustainability and profitability in the renewable energy market.
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