To improve the scraper’s efficiency, implementing pagination allows for the collection of more campaign data. GoFundMe often lists a limited number of fundraisers per page, so scraping all available pages ensures a more complete dataset. By automating navigation through “Next” buttons, the scraper can capture additional campaigns.…

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For changing layouts, I write modular scrapers with separate functions for parsing different sections. This makes it easier to update the scraper when the site structure changes.

One way to enhance the scraper is by implementing error handling for unexpected changes in the website structure. BestBuy may update its HTML layout, which could cause the scraper to break. By checking for null or undefined elements before attempting to extract data, you can avoid runtime errors. Logging skipped items and errors allows you…

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Error handling ensures that the scraper remains functional even when some elements are missing or the website structure changes. For example, some car listings might not display prices or mileage, which could cause the script to fail without proper checks. Wrapping the parsing logic in conditional statements ensures the scraper skips…

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Error handling is a vital aspect of building a reliable scraper for PublicRecordsNow.com. Websites frequently update their structures, and if the scraper is hardcoded to specific tags, it may break when changes occur. To prevent crashes, the scraper should include conditional checks for null or missing elements. Logging errors and skipped…

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To enhance reliability, the scraper should include robust error handling for missing elements and network issues. Some products might not have ratings or prices displayed, which can cause the script to fail if not handled properly. Adding conditions to check for the presence of these elements before attempting to extract their data prevents…

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I always inspect the HTML structure first. It saves time by letting me target the exact elements containing the descriptions.

I’ve used Puppeteer for AJAX-heavy sites. It’s slower but reliable for capturing all dynamically loaded content.