My typical approach involves opening at least five different web browsers, including Internet Explorer, Firefox, Google Chrome, Apple Safari, and Opera, all in the most up-to-date versions. Occasionally, I may also test in older versions, especially with Internet Explorer due to its ever-changing standards.
When developing a website, I adhere to W3C's (X)HTML standards and ensure compatibility with CSS and XHTML in Chrome and Internet Explorer, which usually covers the majority of work involved.
I find that debugging CSS and HTML issues is easier with Google Chrome and Firefox, as they are great tools for troubleshooting.
I avoid using hacks to accommodate browser limitations in CSS, such as clearfix hacks or browser-specific stylesheets.
If the website needs to be accessible on other platforms, like mobile phones, I may create a separate stylesheet or even develop an entirely new structure on a different URL, like http://m.example.com/.
For effective website development, I recommend:
1.) Identifying any HTML/CSS issues and rectifying them with adherence to W3C standards.
2.) Rebuilding the website with W3C standards in mind and ensuring compatibility with Internet Explorer (at least version 7) and the latest Google Chrome.
3.) Understanding when to use display:block; in CSS.
4.) Avoiding mixing WIDTH/HEIGHT settings with PADDING and MARGIN in the same CSS class to prevent design issues in older browsers.
Lastly, providing thorough documentation of any issues to facilitate effective problem-solving.
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