Should we keep our own custom reset css or integrate one from a library

[oliverschuerch]

In a discussion with the PostPortal team, the topic of which reset.css should be used came up.
We are therefore opening the discussion here so that we can decide in future whether we should keep our own reset specification or switch to one from a library.
Please add your thoughts and preferred solutions below.

Using Your Own reset.css

Pros:

• Customization: You have full control over the styles and can tailor the reset to fit your specific needs.
• Understanding: You know exactly what each rule does, which can help with debugging and maintenance.
• Lightweight: You can include only the styles you need, potentially reducing the file size.

Cons:

• Time-Consuming: Creating and maintaining your own reset.css can be time-consuming.
• Expertise Required: Requires a good understanding of CSS and upcoming browsers to ensure all necessary resets are covered.
• Consistency: May lack the thoroughness and consistency of well-established libraries.

Using a Library reset.css

Pros:

• Time-Saving: Ready-to-use and maintained by the community, saving you development time.
• Thoroughness: Established libraries are often more comprehensive and tested across various browsers.
• Community Support: Issues and updates are often addressed by the community, ensuring the reset.css stays up-to-date.

Cons:

• Overhead: May include styles you don't need, potentially increasing the file size.
• Less Control: Less flexibility to customize specific resets to your needs.
• Dependency: Relying on an external library means you depend on its updates and maintenance.