From June 2 to 6, 2025, Cartagena became the stage for an extraordinary week for the Odoo ecosystem in Spain.
During the Spanish OCA Days (June 2–4) and the Odoo Days 2025 (June 5–6), the community came together to collaborate, share, and shape the future of a platform that has already become a key part of thousands of companies in the region.
Active Participation and Greater Diversity of Profiles
Achievements and Progress During the Spanish OCA Days
Over the course of the sprint, multiple milestones were reached, both technically and functionally. Some of the highlights include:
OpenUpgrade: Live Demonstration of a Key Tool
A technical session featured a live migration using OpenUpgrade, the community tool that allows databases to be upgraded from one Odoo version to another in a controlled manner.
The session clearly demonstrated its power and practical utility, especially in environments where preserving historical data and customizations is essential.
OWL and the Increasingly Strategic Role of the Frontend
Dedicated time was given to OWL, the JavaScript framework that underpins the modern Odoo frontend.
A technical talk focused on OWL explored its growing importance in the ecosystem, best development practices, and how it integrates with business logic.
The overall message was clear: the frontend is becoming a central part of delivering powerful and usable business solutions.
MIS Builder Migration to Odoo 18
Verifactu: Progress and Future Outlook
Significant progress was also made on Verifactu, addressing both development updates and adaptation to new regulatory requirements.
Discussions also covered the future of Verifactu in autonomous regions with their own specific requirements, such as the Canary Islands and Navarra, with teams sharing insights and experiences from these implementations.
Education and Training: The Role of Educational Institutions
A recurring topic in multiple conversations was the growing interest from vocational and technical training centers in incorporating Odoo into their programs.
During the OCA Days, educators and collaborators in the education sector exchanged ideas and experiences, recognizing that Odoo skills are becoming increasingly relevant in the job market.
Technical Progress Across Key Community Repositories
Sprint participants contributed significantly to several key OCA repositories, including PR merges, issue resolutions, enhancements, and new features.
Notable repositories where work was done include:
project
rma
account-analytic
partner-contact
contract
management-system
storage
queue
data-protection
Odoo Days 2025 (June 5–6): Shared Vision, Real-World Solutions, and Ecosystem Growth
Real Solutions, Live Debates, and a Packed Agenda
Odoo Days 2025 focused on functional, strategic, and collaborative aspects, with a rich and diverse agenda you can explore here:
The event featured concrete solutions, panel discussions, and live debates with participation from Odoo Spain, creating an open space for discussing the most important current and future topics of the ecosystem.
VoIP and Social Media Projects: New Apps for the Community
Two new apps developed and funded by AEODOO were unveiled during the event:
VoIP: telephony integration to make and manage calls directly from Odoo.
Social Media: content publishing and automation across social networks from within the ERP.
These applications previously did not exist in the community ecosystem. Their development reflects a strategic decision by the association to invest in high-impact tools for daily business use, aiming to expand the scope of the Odoo Community core.
Strategic Conversations and a Shared Vision for the Future
Conclusion: A Community That Grows, Matures, and Diversifies
What’s Next? Upcoming Events You Shouldn’t Miss
The energy experienced in Cartagena is just the beginning. Here are some key events on the horizon for staying connected and involved:
🇧🇪 OCA Days 2025 in Liège – September 15–17
🇧🇪 Odoo Experience 2025 in Brussels – October 2–4
🇲🇽 Odoo Meetup Querétaro (Mexico) – June 27
🔁 We’ll see you at the next event — until then, let’s keep building community together
Written by Jorge Elena Poblet, Founder and CEO of Binhex
and Board Member of AEODOO
