Introduction
The Report Utilities module for Odoo is a developer-centric tool designed to extend and enhance the reporting capabilities within the Odoo ecosystem. While it doesn't offer direct user-facing features, it provides essential utilities that facilitate the creation and management of advanced reports, making it an invaluable asset for developers working on custom reporting solutions.
Key Features
Utility Functions: Offers a set of helper functions that simplify the process of generating and managing reports in Odoo.
Seamless Integration: Integrates smoothly with existing Odoo modules, allowing for the easy addition of custom reporting functionalities.
Developer-Focused: Specifically tailored for developers, providing the necessary tools to build and customize reports without altering core Odoo code.
Support for Multiple Formats: Facilitates the generation of reports in various formats, catering to diverse business needs.
Benefits
Enhanced Reporting Capabilities: Empowers developers to create sophisticated reports that meet specific business requirements.
Time Efficiency: Reduces the time and effort required to develop custom reports by providing ready-to-use utilities.
Customization Flexibility: Allows for extensive customization of reports, ensuring they align with unique business processes.
Improved Maintainability: By utilizing the module's utilities, developers can create reports that are easier to maintain and update.
Compatibility & Technical Details
Technical Name: report_utils
License: Odoo Proprietary License v1.0
Required Applications:
Developer Tools (base)
Reporting Engine (report)
Installation: Compatible with Odoo's standard module installation process. Ensure that all required applications are installed and configured before adding this module.
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