Step by Step Guide to Building an Odoo ERP API Integration in PHP

Introduction

Hey there, fellow developer! Ready to dive into the world of Odoo ERP API integration? You're in for a treat. We'll be using the awesome ang3/php-odoo-api-client package to make our lives easier. Let's get cracking!

Prerequisites

Before we jump in, make sure you've got:

• A PHP environment up and running
• Composer installed (trust me, it's a lifesaver)
• An Odoo instance with API access (you've got this, right?)

Installation

First things first, let's get our hands on that ang3/php-odoo-api-client package. Fire up your terminal and run:

composer require ang3/php-odoo-api-client

Easy peasy, right?

Configuration

Now, let's set up those Odoo API credentials. Create a new PHP file and add this:

<?php

use Ang3\Component\Odoo\Client;

$client = new Client(
    'https://your-odoo-instance.com',
    'your_database',
    'your_username',
    'your_api_key'
);

Boom! You're connected and ready to roll.

Basic Operations

Connecting to Odoo

You've already done this in the configuration step. Pat yourself on the back!

CRUD Operations

Let's run through the basics:

Create

$newPartner = $client->create('res.partner', [
    'name' => 'John Doe',
    'email' => '[email protected]'
]);

Read

$partner = $client->read('res.partner', $newPartner);

Update

$client->update('res.partner', $newPartner, [
    'phone' => '123-456-7890'
]);

Delete

$client->delete('res.partner', $newPartner);

Advanced Usage

Searching Records

Want to find all partners named "John"? Easy:

$partners = $client->search('res.partner', [
    ['name', 'like', 'John']
]);

Handling Relationships

Odoo's got relationships? No problem:

$order = $client->read('sale.order', $orderId, ['partner_id', 'order_line']);

Executing Custom Methods

Got a custom Odoo method? We've got you covered:

$result = $client->execute('res.partner', 'your_custom_method', [$partnerId, 'extra_param']);

Error Handling and Debugging

Errors happen. When they do, wrap your code in a try-catch block:

try {
    // Your Odoo operations here
} catch (\Exception $e) {
    echo "Oops! " . $e->getMessage();
}

Pro tip: Enable Odoo's debug mode for more detailed error messages.

Best Practices

• Always sanitize your inputs. Seriously.
• Use environment variables for sensitive info.
• Implement rate limiting to avoid overwhelming Odoo.

Example Use Case

Let's create a simple order:

$orderId = $client->create('sale.order', [
    'partner_id' => $customerId,
    'order_line' => [
        [0, 0, [
            'product_id' => $productId,
            'product_uom_qty' => 1
        ]]
    ]
]);

echo "Order created with ID: " . $orderId;

Conclusion

And there you have it! You're now an Odoo API integration ninja. Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep experimenting and building awesome integrations.

Need more info? Check out the official Odoo API documentation and the ang3/php-odoo-api-client GitHub repo.

Now go forth and integrate! You've got this! 🚀