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Getting Started with Assista Lab ​

Assista Lab is a centralized workspace that helps Odoo developers build smarter and faster. It brings together sandboxed prototyping, curated tools, and ready-to-use environments so you can focus on shipping high-quality solutions instead of wrestling with setup.

This page gives you a quick overview of what’s included and how to take your first steps. Detailed feature guides are linked for deeper exploration.

What You Can Do with Assista Lab ​

Assista Lab is designed to streamline common developer workflows:

  • Prototype Odoo modules safely in sandboxed environments
  • Shorten setup time with automated scripts and preconfigured stacks
  • Work consistently across Odoo versions with versioned virtual environments
  • Boost day-to-day productivity with focused IDE resources

High-Level Feature Overview ​

  • Assista IDE Cheatsheet

    • A concise, printable reference of shortcuts, commands, and productivity tips tailored to Odoo development.
    • Keep best practices at your fingertips while you work.

  • Odoo Environment Setup Script

    • An interactive script that installs Docker and configures Odoo + PostgreSQL containers.
    • Spin up a consistent development environment in minutes.

  • Versioned Odoo Virtual Environments

    • Pre-configured Python environments aligned to specific Odoo versions.
    • Reduce dependency conflicts and “works on my machine” issues.

  • Broad Odoo Version Support

    • Support for Odoo 14 through 18.
    • Build on legacy or latest releases with confidence.

Quick Start: Choose Your Path ​

  • If you need a local Odoo setup fast

    • Run the Odoo Environment Setup Script to install Docker and start Odoo + PostgreSQL containers.
    • Great for standardized, reproducible developer environments.

  • If you work across multiple Odoo versions

    • Activate the versioned virtual environments aligned to the Odoo release you target (14–18).
    • Ensures smooth development, testing, and deployment.

  • If you want to speed up daily work in the IDE

    • Grab the Assista IDE Cheatsheet to keep shortcuts and commands handy.
    • Improve navigation, editing, and repeatable tasks.

Best Practices to Get the Most Out of Assista Lab ​

  • Standardize your team’s setup using the environment script and versioned environments.
  • Keep the IDE Cheatsheet accessible for new team members and faster onboarding.
  • Document the Odoo version used per project to avoid compatibility surprises.

Assista Lab helps you prototype faster, onboard quicker, and deliver with confidence—so you can focus on creating great software.