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For JavaScript-heavy sites, I prefer Puppeteer. It ensures all dynamic elements are fully loaded before scraping.

APIs are the best option if available. They’re faster and more reliable than parsing HTML, especially for collecting large datasets over time.

For lazy-loaded images, I rely on Selenium to scroll through the page and ensure all images are loaded before scraping.

Error handling is critical for ensuring the scraper works reliably even if Shutterfly updates its page structure. Missing elements, such as prices or descriptions, can cause the scraper to fail without proper checks. Adding conditional statements to skip entries with missing data ensures the script continues running smoothly. Logging…

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Error handling ensures the scraper remains functional even if Fiverr’s site structure changes. For example, if a freelancer doesn’t have a price or review count displayed, the scraper should skip that profile gracefully without crashing. Adding try-catch blocks or conditional checks for null values can help maintain the scraper’s…

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Handling pagination is essential when scraping Rightmove, as properties are often spread across multiple pages. By automating navigation, you ensure that all listings are captured for a comprehensive dataset. Introducing random delays between requests mimics human behavior, which can help avoid detection. Proper pagination handling also allows…

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For JavaScript-heavy sites, I prefer using Puppeteer over Selenium. It’s faster and more stable, especially for websites with a lot of dynamic elements like news aggregators.

For flight data, I prefer using APIs whenever possible. They’re more reliable and save time compared to parsing complex HTML or handling JavaScript-rendered pages.