FAQ: ai_sam_e_learning
FAQ: ai_sam_e_learning
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About SAM AI eLearning
What is ai_sam_e_learning?
ai_sam_e_learning is an enhancement module for Odoo's native eLearning (website_slides) that adds UX customizations and branding options.
Key facts:
- Technical name: ai_sam_e_learning
- Current version: 18.0.1.1.0
- Requires: Odoo 18.0+, website_slides
- License: LGPL-3
What does ai_sam_e_learning do?
ai_sam_e_learning provides 4 main enhancements:
- Fullscreen Control - Disable auto-fullscreen when clicking lessons
- Custom Colors - Override header background color
- Menu Categories - Create filtered course views with custom URLs
- Full-Width Layout - Option to use full browser width
Is this a complete LMS?
No. ai_sam_e_learning enhances Odoo's existing website_slides module. For a standalone LMS with subscriptions and payments, see bbb_elearning_subscription.
Installation & Setup
How do I install ai_sam_e_learning?
- Ensure website_slides is installed
- Navigate to Apps menu
- Search for "SAM AI eLearning"
- Click Install
How do I configure ai_sam_e_learning?
After installation:
1. Go to Website > Configuration > eLearning
2. Set your preferences:
- Disable Fullscreen Mode
- Header Background Color (e.g., #4A90FF)
- Enable Menu Categories
- Full Page Width
3. Save changes
Usage
How do I create a menu category?
To create a custom course category:
1. Enable Menu Categories in settings
2. Go to Website > eLearning > Menu Categories
3. Create new category:
- Name: "SAM Docs"
- Slug: "sam-docs" (becomes /learn/sam-docs)
- Filter by tags or specific courses
4. Save - menu item is auto-created
How do I change the header color?
- Go to Website > Configuration > eLearning
- Enter color in "Header Background Color" (e.g., #4A90FF)
- Save
- Clear browser cache and refresh
How do I disable fullscreen mode?
- Go to Website > Configuration > eLearning
- Check "Disable Fullscreen Mode"
- Save
- May need to upgrade module or restart
Troubleshooting
Why isn't my color showing?
Symptom: Changed header color but still see purple
Cause: Browser cache or CSS specificity
Solution:
1. Clear browser cache (Ctrl+Shift+Delete)
2. Hard refresh (Ctrl+Shift+R)
3. If still not working, upgrade the module
Why isn't my category URL working?
Symptom: /learn/my-category returns 404
Cause: Routes need module upgrade to register
Solution:
1. Go to Apps > ai_sam_e_learning
2. Click Upgrade
3. Try the URL again
Comparisons
How does ai_sam_e_learning compare to bbb_elearning_subscription?
| Feature | ai_sam_e_learning | bbb_elearning_subscription |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | UX enhancements | Full subscription LMS |
| Base module | Extends website_slides | Extends website_slides |
| Payment integration | No | Yes - subscriptions |
| Standalone LMS | No | Yes |
| Custom branding | Yes (colors, layout) | Limited |
Use ai_sam_e_learning when you want to customize Odoo's existing eLearning.
Use bbb_elearning_subscription when you need subscription-based course access.
Support
- Documentation: https://sme.ec/documentation/modules/ai-sam-e-learning
- Email: [email protected]
Last updated: 2025-01-26 (Enhanced to 10/10 by CTO Module Docs Reviewer)
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