Odoo Development Cookbook: Build effective business applications using the latest features in Odoo 17 5th ed. Edition

I keep a close eye on everything new and useful when it comes to Odoo development, as this is my main area of ​​interest.Recently, I had the opportunity to read the new book just launched "Odoo Development Cookbook" by Husen Daudi and Jay Vora. So I hasten to share with you my impressions of it.This is the most complete and informative book on the topic of development under Odoo that I have come across so far. Here is a far from complete list of its advantages:1. Guides you through all the main topics needed by an Odoo developer;2. Contains detailed and clear code examples, which can also be viewed on GitHub;3. Considers both the creation and customization of modules, as well as their debugging and testing;4. Covers the internalization section in detail;5. Familiar with both Python development and JavaScript (including Mobile app JavaScript);6. Provides an overview of the Odoo Web Library;7. Contains techniques for managing, deploying, and testing with Odoo.sh;8. Describes methods of external integrations;9. Pays considerable attention to the issue of Performance Optimization;10. Managing the sending of Emails, working with IoT, and using Web Studio - this is far from a complete list of topics that are qualitatively covered in this excellent book.Regarding possible improvements:1. Although the design of the book fully meets the standards for this industry, I, as a developer, would still like it better if the code elements in the examples were highlighted with colors (similar to highlighting in Markdown files);2. There were not enough explanations regarding the use of the odoo.fields.Command class when working with relational fields;My general conclusion: this book is definitely a must-have for every Odoo developer continuing to grow in their chosen profession.

I’m halfway through the book, and so far, I’m very happy with it. The cookbook format makes it easy to navigate and address specific development needs with clear, hands-on instructions. For new developers, I recommend reading the book sequentially, as the code examples build on one another. However, experienced developers can easily jump around different sections of the book.The initial presentation of code can sometimes be hard to follow, but the subsequent explanations clarify things well. I suggest opening the code side-by-side with the explanations to make it easier to follow. Additionally, the provided GitHub repository for all exercises is a useful resource.This book is excellent for beginners, covering the basics of Odoo’s architecture and its Python framework. It is also valuable for more experienced developers, as it covers advanced topics like Odoo’s OWL framework, Point of Sale, and performance optimization. Although I haven’t reached these sections yet, I look forward to exploring them further.The only reason I’m giving it 4 stars is due to occasional errors in the text. In this new edition, the exercises were updated to a new business case, the hostel app, but some text from the previous edition’s library business case was left in, which can be confusing. However, this does not detract from the overall value of the book.Overall, this book is a great tool for anyone starting to develop customizations in Odoo.

This is the first Odoo development book I am reading and I find it to be a fantastic resource for newcomers to Odoo development. The book written with clear and simple language that makes it easy to understand. It offers in-depth coverage of various Odoo development topics, guiding readers through the process of learning Odoo development and building effective business applications with Odoo 17. Whether you're new to Odoo or looking to expand your skills, this book provides valuable insights and practical examples that are both educational and accessible.

The challenge with writing about Odoo is to manage all of the changes between versions. Sometimes they are big changes, sometimes they are small. This book tries to address the situation, and I think it does so pretty effectively. I would feel comfortable recommending this book to new or experienced developers.