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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:

  1. Fullscreen Control - Disable auto-fullscreen when clicking lessons
  2. Custom Colors - Override header background color
  3. Menu Categories - Create filtered course views with custom URLs
  4. 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?

  1. Ensure website_slides is installed
  2. Navigate to Apps menu
  3. Search for "SAM AI eLearning"
  4. 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?

  1. Go to Website > Configuration > eLearning
  2. Enter color in "Header Background Color" (e.g., #4A90FF)
  3. Save
  4. Clear browser cache and refresh

How do I disable fullscreen mode?

  1. Go to Website > Configuration > eLearning
  2. Check "Disable Fullscreen Mode"
  3. Save
  4. 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)
Part of SAM AI by SME.ec

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