Python for Odoo
Course Subject
The "Python for Odoo" course is designed to provide a thorough understanding of how to
leverage Python programming to develop and customize Odoo ERP applications. This course
will cover the fundamental concepts of both Odoo and Python, and guide students through
the process of creating, managing, and optimizing Odoo modules. By the end of the course,
students will have the skills necessary to build robust and efficient Odoo applications tailored
to specific business needs.
Course Type
The course type is a Technical Training Course. This type of course focuses on
providing practical, hands-on skills and knowledge for developing and customizing Odoo
ERP applications using Python. It includes a combination of theoretical concepts, practical
exercises, real-world projects, and case studies to ensure comprehensive learning.
Goal of the Course
The primary objective of this course is to equip students with Python programming
skills tailored for Odoo development, focusing on ERP customization,
automation, and integration.
1. Odoo Fundamentals & Python Basics
• Python essentials relevant to Odoo (OOP, functions, decorators, file handling).
• Understanding Odoo’s MVC (Model-View-Controller) framework.
2. Module Development & Customization
• Creating and structuring Odoo modules.
• Defining models and business logic using Python.
• Customizing forms, lists, and dashboards.
3. Odoo ORM & Database Management
• Creating and managing database records with Python.
• Handling relational fields (One2many, Many2one, Many2many).
• Writing computed fields, constraints, and SQL queries.
4. Automation & Business Logic
• Server actions and automated workflows.
• Scheduled tasks (Cron jobs).
• Email notifications and activity automation.
5. Security & Access Control
• User roles, groups, and permissions.
• Implementing record rules and access control lists (ACLs).
6. API & External Integrations
• Using Python to connect Odoo with third-party applications.
• Working with REST APIs (JSON-RPC, XML-RPC).
7. Deployment, Debugging & Performance Optimization
• Debugging Python code in Odoo.
• Optimizing Odoo performance.
• Packaging and deploying Odoo modules.
Topic & Outlines
Main topic 1: Python Fundamentals for Odoo
Subtopic: Python syntax and structure
Subtopic: Data types and operations
Subtopic: Functions and modules
Subtopic: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in Python (Classes,
Inheritance, Polymorphism)
Subtopic: Working with files and exceptions
Main Topic 2: Introduction to Odoo & Module Development
Subtopic: Odoo architecture and MVC pattern
Subtopic: Installing Odoo and setting up a development environment
Subtopic: Creating and structuring an Odoo module
Subtopic: Understanding models, views, and actions
Main Topic 3: Odoo ORM & Database Management
Subtopic: Understanding Odoo models and fields
Subtopic: Relations (One2many, Many2one, Many2many)
Subtopic: CRUD operations using Odoo ORM
Subtopic: Using computed fields and constraints
Main Topic 4: Business Logic & Automation in Odoo
Subtopic: Writing business logic in Python
Subtopic: Using decorators in Odoo
Subtopic: Scheduled actions and server actions
Subtopic: Workflow automation and email notifications
Main Topic 5: Customizing Odoo UI & Reports
Subtopic: Modifying Odoo views (Form, Tree, Kanban)
Subtopic: XML for UI customization
Subtopic: Creating reports using QWeb
Subtopic: Dashboard and data visualization
Main Topic 6: Security, API & External Integrations
Subtopic: Working with JSON & XML in Python
Subtopic: Connecting Odoo with external systems using XML-RPC & JSON-RPC
Subtopic: Creating REST APIs in Odoo
Subtopic: User access rights and record rules
Subtopic: Debugging techniques in Odoo
Subtopic: Packaging & Deploying an Odoo Module
