Odoo module development: the complete guide
Everything that really matters when developing in Odoo, in order and with examples: from a module's foundations to automation.
Odoo isn't programmed like a typical web framework. Almost everything is declared —models, views, permissions— and the engine does the rest; and the golden rule is to inherit instead of copy. This guide walks, in the same order we tackle them on real projects, through the concepts that separate a module that lasts from one that becomes technical debt. Each section links to the in-depth article.
The foundations
Before writing logic, understand what a module is made of.
The data model
The technical decision that most shapes your Odoo's life.
Security
Who sees what. This is where the most expensive mistakes concentrate.
Logic and presentation
Make the system react on its own and make documents look the part.
Maintainability
What makes your code survive upgrades.
What if someone with judgement builds this?
We build custom modules that inherit well and survive migrations. Tell us about your case.