Ian H.

If Odoo feels harder than it should, it’s usually because it was configured without real-world operations in mind. I specialize in untangling messy setups and building clean, maintainable systems that teams actually use. WHAT I WORK ON I design, customize, and maintain Odoo systems that support real business operations — not just isolated features. That includes: • Custom Odoo modules built around actual workflows • Full-stack development (Python, XML) within the Odoo framework • Manufacturing, inventory, sales, accounting, and reporting alignment • Third-party integrations and data synchronization • Debugging and refactoring unstable or over-customized environments • Improving performance, usability, and long-term maintainability If it touches Odoo and impacts how a team operates day to day, I’ve probably worked on something similar. HOW I APPROACH ODOO PROJECTS Most Odoo issues aren’t about missing features — they’re about mismatched assumptions. Before writing code, I focus on: • How the business actually runs • Where data breaks down or becomes unreliable • Which customizations are worth building — and which should be avoided The goal is always the same: a system that’s predictable, debuggable, and usable by the people relying on it. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT • Clear communication and realistic timelines • Clean, readable code that follows Odoo best practices • Thoughtful documentation (so you’re not locked into one developer) • A bias toward solutions that reduce future technical debt I’m not interested in “quick wins” that create long-term problems. WHERE I’M A GOOD FIT • Teams using Odoo for real operations (manufacturing, inventory, sales) • Companies that need customization but still want stability • Projects where long-term maintainability matters • Situations where Odoo feels more complex than it should WHERE I’M PROBABLY NOT THE RIGHT FIT • Purely cosmetic changes with no operational impact • Projects that prioritize speed over correctness • Environments where documentation and standards don’t matter LET’S TALK If you need someone who can both write the code and understand the business logic behind it, I’m happy to take a look. Send over a brief description of your current setup and what isn’t working the way you expected — I’ll tell you honestly if I’m the right person to help.