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odoo-module-developer

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Expert guide for creating custom Odoo modules. Covers __manifest__.py, model inheritance, ORM patterns, and module structure best practices.

When to use

• Starting a new custom Odoo module from scratch.
• Extending an existing Odoo model (e.g., adding fields to `sale.order`).
• Troubleshooting module loading errors or manifest issues.
• Implementing `onchange`, `compute`, and `constraint` methods correctly.

When not to use

• Does not cover **OWL JavaScript components** or frontend widget development — use `@odoo-xml-views-builder` for view XML.
• The manifest example targets Odoo 17; verify the exact version and supported module/view syntax. Older Odoo releases also use module manifests; do not infer a nonexistent manifest cutoff.
• Does not cover **multi-company** or **multi-website** configuration; those require additional model fields (`company_id`, `website_id`).
• Does not generate automated test files — use `@odoo-automated-tests` for that.

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