Frequently Asked Questions

I am based in Frankfurt, Germany and work entirely remotely. I have delivered projects for clients in the USA, Germany, UAE, Pakistan, and beyond. Timezone is CET (UTC+1/+2). I am available during European business hours and flexible for clients in other timezones.

I have almost 10 years of experience in Odoo ERP development and consulting. Over that time I have delivered 50+ projects for 40+ clients across manufacturing, e-commerce, healthcare, logistics, and professional services.

Cost depends on scope. Simple customisations and bug fixes start from €50/hr or $30 per small task. Monthly retainer for ongoing development starts at $90/month. Full ERP implementations are quoted on a fixed-price basis. I provide transparent quotes before any work begins — no surprise invoices.

My hourly rate is €50–€90 depending on the complexity and type of work. Odoo consulting and architecture reviews are €90/hr. Standard module development is €60–€70/hr. Bug fixes and support are €50/hr. Fixed-price project quotes are always available.

I typically have capacity for new projects within 1–2 weeks. Urgent projects can sometimes start sooner — reach out and I will confirm availability immediately.

Yes, always. I sign an NDA before any project discussion involving confidential business processes or proprietary data. Protecting your business information is a standard part of my process.

I work with both. Startups benefit from my experience choosing the right Odoo edition and modules to avoid costly over-engineering. Established businesses benefit from my migration and optimisation experience. Either way, I adapt to your budget and stage.

Yes. My portfolio page lists real client projects with live links. I can also arrange reference calls with past clients who have given permission — just ask when we speak.

I hold official certifications for Odoo v15, v18, and v19. I also work on v16 and v17. For older versions (v12–v14) I provide migration services to bring you to a current LTS release.

Both. Community Edition (open source) and Enterprise. Many advanced features — PLM, Field Service, Sign, Marketing Automation — are Enterprise-only. I advise honestly on which edition fits your needs during the scoping call.

My core specialities are: Sales, CRM, Inventory & WMS, Manufacturing (MRP), Accounting & Finance, Purchases, HR & Payroll, eCommerce & Website, Point of Sale, Project & Timesheets, and custom module development. I also build complex API integrations with third-party systems.

Yes. I build fully bespoke Odoo modules following Odoo's official module API — models, views, wizards, reports, access control, automated actions, and scheduled jobs. All code is documented, tested, and structured for future maintainability.

Yes. I have integrated Odoo with WooCommerce, Shopify, Magento, custom REST/GraphQL APIs, payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal, Mollie), shipping carriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS), and custom ERPs. Integration includes real-time sync of orders, products, customers, and stock levels.

Yes. I build Odoo connectors for Amazon Seller Central (MWS/SP-API), eBay, and other marketplaces via their APIs. This includes automated order import, inventory sync, and shipping confirmation updates.

Yes. I build custom Odoo controllers that expose your data via REST JSON endpoints for use by mobile apps, third-party systems, or external dashboards. Endpoints include authentication, rate limiting, and proper error handling.

I write upgrade-safe code following Odoo's official guidelines — proper model inheritance, no monkey-patching, no direct SQL. Every major version upgrade (e.g. v17 → v18) still requires a porting effort regardless of code quality. I offer dedicated migration services for this.

Yes. I have migrated data from SAP, Sage, QuickBooks, MYOB, Dynamics, and custom systems into Odoo. Migration covers customers, products, bills of materials, open invoices, inventory balances, and historical transactions. I validate data accuracy before go-live.

Yes. This is one of my core specialisations. The migration process involves upgrading the database schema, porting all custom modules, testing all workflows, and validating data integrity. I provide a full migration plan with timelines and risk assessment.

Yes. Common causes are missing database indexes, slow ORM queries, large attachments stored in the database, improper worker configuration, and memory leaks. I diagnose and fix performance issues including server configuration, query optimisation, and asset caching.

Yes. I set up Odoo on Ubuntu/Debian VPS servers (Hetzner, AWS, DigitalOcean, Contabo) with Nginx, SSL, PostgreSQL, Odoo workers, and automated backups. I also configure and migrate projects on Odoo.sh.

I use email for formal updates and WhatsApp or Slack for daily communication — whatever suits you. I send weekly written progress updates on projects over 2 weeks. All decisions and scope changes are documented in writing.

50% deposit before work begins, 50% on delivery for fixed-price projects. Retainer/hourly projects are billed monthly. I accept SEPA bank transfer, SWIFT, and PayPal. Invoices include a 14-day payment term.

Yes. All delivered modules come with 14 days of free bug-fix support after final delivery. Bugs introduced by my code are fixed at no charge. Scope changes or new requirements are quoted separately.

Yes. I regularly take over incomplete or poorly built Odoo projects. I start with a code and database audit, provide an honest assessment of what was done correctly and what needs fixing, then confirm a timeline before work begins.

Yes. I offer monthly retainer packages for ongoing support, bug fixes, minor enhancements, and proactive monitoring. This is ideal for businesses that need a dedicated Odoo developer on call without hiring full-time.

Yes. I provide user training tailored to each team — sales staff, warehouse operators, accountants, managers. Training can be done via video call, recorded sessions, or written guides. Training is included in Enterprise plan projects and available as an add-on for smaller projects.

I am an independent freelancer and handle all development personally — no offshore teams or subcontractors. For very large enterprise projects requiring multiple developers simultaneously, I have trusted colleagues I can bring in, always disclosed upfront.

With a freelancer: you communicate directly with the person writing your code, no account manager middlemen. You pay for development, not agency overhead. My clients get faster decisions, transparent communication, and often 30–50% lower cost than agencies for equivalent quality.

I hold official Odoo certifications for v15, v18, and v19 — issued directly by Odoo SA. These are displayed on my Certifications page. Odoo SA's certification program tests real development knowledge, not just usage.

Yes. I take long-term retainer clients for 6–12 month engagements. If you need a dedicated Odoo developer for your product or platform, we can discuss a structured arrangement with defined hours per month and priority response times.

Yes, I am available on Upwork (profile: odoodeveloper1) with 100% Job Success Score. Upwork provides an extra layer of contract protection and escrow payment if you prefer that.