Yodede journal / Checklist
A quick checklist before installing a new extension
The small checks that prevent big surprises.
Know your baseline
Record your current platform version and take a fresh backup of both files and data. Note how key pages behave before you make changes so you can spot regressions.
Check the dependencies
Read the module requirements and permissions. Confirm the supported PHP version where relevant, any required services and whether it overlaps with functionality you already use.
Use staging
Install the extension on a staging environment first. Test the full journey it affects, including mobile layouts, multiple languages and payment or shipping flows if applicable.
Plan the release
Choose a quiet deployment window, keep a way to revert quickly and monitor logs after release. Document what you changed so the next update is easier to manage.