Why HTML-to-PDF Breaks in Production (and What to Use Instead)
The article, published on DEV Community, explains why HTML-to-PDF conversion often breaks in production. Common issues include CSS not rendering correctly, missing fonts, and JavaScript not executing as expected. The author recommends using dedicated tools like Puppeteer or wkhtmltopdf, which provide more consistent results than browser print functions. The article highlights that production failures frequently occur due to environment differences, such as missing system fonts or different browser versions. The author suggests that developers should test PDF generation in an environment that mirrors production to avoid surprises.
// why it matters
HTML-to-PDF failures in production can cause broken reports and invoices, impacting user trust.