We're evaluating Odoo as a potential alternative to a custom-built FileMaker ERP system for our company.
I've read that Odoo releases are not typically backward-compatible. If we write extensive custom apps to create a customized ERP system in Odoo 11 (Enterprise - SaaS), will we need to rewrite them when the next version of Odoo comes out? And if so, will Odoo provide access to a beta version or sandbox before the actual release?
Any feedback about the relative pain or ease of the upgrade process would be great.
Thank you both! Our current FileMaker system has been stable enough that we haven't had to update any code due to upgrades in many years, and so the idea of updating custom code for each release seems daunting. Glad to know there are some ways to minimize any pain points.
Prior to the release (while the "next version" code is in GITHUB, for instance), is there documentation available that lists things like what standard models are changing and how, what code/functions are no longer supported, etc.?
I'm sorry if this question has an obvious answer; I'm typically on the business-end of things, not an experienced developer. :) Thanks!
There is not. You can compare both branches. Release Notes are provided but are only high level, functional based notes - there is nothing I know of for developers.