John Mertic Livres

SugarCRM is a leading open-source customer relations management tool and development platform with nearly 5.5 million downloads, nearly 17,000 developers, and lots more users. The Definitive Guide to SugarCRM is the first official SugarCRM book available to developers and users. This definitive book begins with a discussion of the SugarCRM platform components, namely MVC, Studio, Module Builder, authentication, and themes. Next, you'll learn how to customize the modules SugarCRM comes with out of the box in an upgrade-safe manner. The text then presents an example application that a typical business might use and shows how to build it using SugarCRM, using both existing functionality as well as newly added functionality.

Launching and managing a successful open source project can significantly enhance your career and influence in the tech industry. This guide provides practical strategies and insights for navigating the complexities of open source development, from initial project conception to community engagement and sustainable growth. Readers will learn how to build a collaborative environment, attract contributors, and leverage their projects for professional advancement, making it an essential resource for aspiring leaders in technology.